December weather forecast
Lagos, Portugal

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Weather in December

In the final phase of the year, December experiences farther descending temperatures, following November's lead in Lagos. Paving way for the festive season, the chilly breeze is laden with inviting smells of culinary delights. Despite the advancing cold, sunlight graces the shore regularly, ensuring pleasant midday beach trips. As warmth diffuses from the city's vibrant Christmas markets, the holiday spirit engulfs natives and tourists alike. It records a similar significant wind speed of 18.6km/h (11.6mph) as in November, rounding up the year on a dynamic note.

Temperature

Lagos starts December with an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 16.4°C (61.5°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from November. Lagos maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 13.4°C (56.1°F).

Humidity

In Lagos, Portugal, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Lagos, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 70.2 rainfall days, and 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 17.4°C (63.3°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lagos, Portugal, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:27 WET.

Sunshine

In Lagos, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lagos are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lagos in December?

The high-temperature in Lagos during December is 16.4°C (61.5°F) and the low-temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Lagos?

In Lagos, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in Lagos in December?

In Lagos, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Lagos?

In Lagos, in December, the average water temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). Swimming in 17.4°C (63.3°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 in Lagos?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lagos have in December?

In Lagos, Portugal, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lagos?

On the first day of December in Lagos, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:27 WET.

How many hours of sunshine does Lagos have in December?

In Lagos, Portugal, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lagos?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lagos, Portugal, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lagos?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lagos is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average temperature in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (15.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average pressure in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average wind speed in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (14.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average humidity in December - Lagos, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average rainfall in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (19mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average rainfall days in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average sea temperature in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in December: 17.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lagos, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average sunshine days in December - Lagos, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (16.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average UV index in December - Lagos, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average cloud cover in December - Lagos, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Lagos, Portugal

Average visibility in December - Lagos, 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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