December weather forecast
Manta Rota, Portugal

December

Weather in December

December in Manta Rota signifies the official arrival of winter, setting the tone for cooler temperatures, lower daylight hours, and a slight increase in rainfall. Despite these, the city remains vibrant and beautiful. Carrying the chills of winter, the sea temperature dips to 17°C (62.6°F). Christmas festivities fill the air, compensating for the colder weather. Despite the relative chill, the average visibility stays consistent at 10km (6.2mi), invoking the city's welcoming charm even during the heart of winter.

Temperature

The arrival of December denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still comfortable 16.4°C (61.5°F) from November's 18.4°C (65.1°F). In December, Manta Rota temperatures settle at a low of 11.7°C (53.1°F) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Manta Rota, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Manta Rota, Portugal, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Manta Rota, Portugal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.6 days and collects up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Manta Rota, in December, the average water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

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 07:25 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 17:22 WET.

Sunshine

In Manta Rota, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Manta Rota, is 16.4°C (61.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.7°C (53.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Manta Rota, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Manta Rota, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the sea water temperature in December?
In December, the average sea temperature 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?
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Manta Rota?
In Manta Rota, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 17:22 WET.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and August (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 10mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and November (15mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (16°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Manta Rota, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (20 days).

Average UV index in December
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Manta Rota, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are January and April (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Manta Rota, 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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