December weather forecast
Armação de Pêra, Portugal

December

Weather in December

December brings the curtain down on the year with a definitive winter chill in Armação de Pêra, Portugal. The temperatures further descend to an average of 16.5°C (61.7°F), while the rainfall continues, transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland. Despite this, the sea temperature remains inviting for braving a wintertime swim. The overall mood swings to festive as the locals prepare to welcome the New Year. Hence, December offers warmth amid the winter cool, summed up by festive cheer.

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 16.5°C (61.7°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. A mild drop to an average of 12.5°C (54.5°F) marks the nights during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Armação de Pêra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42.9 days and collects up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Armação de Pêra, Portugal, the average seawater temperature in December is 17.6°C (63.7°F).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 17.6°C (63.7°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:26 WET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?
During December, Armação de Pêra experiences an average high-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) and a low-temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Armação de Pêra?
The average relative humidity in December is 74%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Armação de Pêra, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the sea water temperature in December?
In December, the average sea temperature is 17.6°C (63.7°F). Swimming in 17.6°C (63.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Armação de Pêra have in December?
The average day length in December is 9h and 40min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:26 WET.
How many hours of sunshine does Armação de Pêra have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average temperature in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average temperature in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average pressure in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average wind speed in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average humidity in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average rainfall in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (11mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average rainfall days in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average sea temperature in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in December: 17.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average sunshine days in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (21.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average UV index in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average cloud cover in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December - Armação de Pêra, Portugal
Average visibility in December
Armação de Pêra, Portugal
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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