December weather forecast
Chaves, Portugal

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Weather in December

Rounding out the year, December in Chaves witnesses further temperature drops, averaging to the lowest of 2.5°C (36.5°F). A stroll through the Christmas-decorated streets could warrant multiple clothing layers as the city settles into winter's rhythm. With a rainfall of 72mm (2.83"), December records the maximum precipitation in the year. Despite the chill, Chaves' inviting café scene offers a warm respite with traditional pastries and hot chocolate. Taking in the city's brightened decoration, end the year on a high note in Chaves.

Temperature

December's presence in Chaves, Portugal, marks an average high-temperature of a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F), subtly varied from November's 11.5°C (52.7°F). During December, the temperature in Chaves tends to dip to an average of 2.5°C (36.5°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Chaves, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:09 WET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chaves are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Chaves?

Chaves in December has an average high-temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chaves?

The average relative humidity in December in Chaves, Portugal, is 86%.

What is the rainiest month in Chaves?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Chaves in December?

In Chaves, Portugal, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Chaves?

March through December are months without snowfall in Chaves.

Does it snow in Chaves in December?

In Chaves, Portugal, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chaves?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chaves have in December?

In December, the average day length in Chaves, Portugal, is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chaves?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:09 WET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chaves?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chaves is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chaves?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chaves.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chaves?

In Chaves, Portugal, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average temperature in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average pressure in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average wind speed in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average humidity in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average rainfall in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average rainfall days in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average snowfall in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average snowfall days in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average sunshine days in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average UV index in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average cloud cover in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Chaves, Portugal

Average visibility in December - Chaves, Portugal
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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