December weather forecastEvora, Portugal

Weather in December

December marks the return of winter conditions in Evora; however, the temperatures stay moderate, rising to a maximum of 13.8°C (56.8°F). The receding daylight hours of 9.5h usher in an early dusk, adding to the beauty of winter evenings. As expected, wintertime moisture leads to frequent downpours, revitalizing the cityscape. A decrease in sunshine hours hints at cloudy days. Despite the fall in direct sunlight, December's UVI echoes the need for dedicated sun care procedures due to possible UV damage.

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F) to a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F). Throughout the month of December, Evora witnesses an average low-temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Evora. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Evora is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:20 WET.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.