December weather forecastEl Hoceima, Morocco

December

Weather in December

December in El Hoceima is marked by the city's return to winter with shorter days and longer, colder nights. This month experiences the highest average rainfall of 54mm (2.13") compared to other months, reinstating the city's rain-laden winter atmosphere. Despite cooler temperatures, the spirit of holiday festivals lights up the city. As the year concludes, the sea temperature falls to a cooler 16.9°C (62.4°F), symbolizing the end of the warm Moroccan beach season. This month's weather is key in setting the festive tone for celebrations in El Hoceima.

Temperature

El Hoceima's coldest period falls in January, February and December, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 17°C (62.6°F).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in El Hoceima is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in El Hoceima, Morocco, is 16.9°C (62.4°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 16.9°C (62.4°F), most individuals do not find swimming enjoyable. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes more difficult.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 18:13 +01.

Sunshine

January, February, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

January, February and December are known as El Hoceima's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

The high-temperature, in December, in El Hoceima, is 17°C (62.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9°C (48.2°F).

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

In El Hoceima, Morocco, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation.

In El Hoceima, in December, the average water temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.9°C (62.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In El Hoceima, Morocco, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, in El Hoceima, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 18:13 +01.

January, February, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in El Hoceima, Morocco.

In El Hoceima, Morocco, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

The month with the lowest UV index in El Hoceima, Morocco, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In El Hoceima, Morocco, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in December
El Hoceima, Morocco

Average high temperature in December: 17°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (17°C).

Average low temperature in December: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8°C).

Average rainfall in December
El Hoceima, Morocco

Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
El Hoceima, Morocco

Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).

Average sea temperature in December
El Hoceima, Morocco

Average sea temperature in December: 16.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
El Hoceima, Morocco

Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).