December weather forecast
Ferragudo, Portugal

December

Weather in December

December asserts a full-throttle winter scenario in Ferragudo. The temperatures drop yet further as the town readies itself for festive celebrations. With falling sea temperatures and shorter daylight hours, the winter chill gets quite noticeable. Despite an average rainfall of 16mm (0.63"), December retains its fair share of sunny days. The blend of holiday spirits with the wintry weather creates a magical atmosphere across Ferragudo.

Temperature

December's average high-temperature is a still refreshing 16.5°C (61.7°F), maintaining a close comparison with November's 18.1°C (64.6°F). Ferragudo records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ferragudo is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ferragudo, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Ferragudo, Portugal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 17°C (62.6°F) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:27 WET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ferragudo is 6.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?
Ferragudo in December has an average high-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Ferragudo, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in December in Ferragudo?
In Ferragudo, the average seawater temperature in December is 17°C (62.6°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17°C (62.6°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).
What is the month with the shortest days in Ferragudo?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Ferragudo have in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:27 WET.
How many hours of sunshine does Ferragudo have in December?
In Ferragudo, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ferragudo?
The months with the lowest UV index in Ferragudo are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Ferragudo, 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 (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ferragudo, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (23mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in December: 17°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ferragudo, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ferragudo, 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
Ferragudo, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Ferragudo, 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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