December weather forecast
Olhão, Portugal

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Weather in December

December rings in the winter season in Olhão, Portugal. The last month of the year sees the city’s temperatures drop further from November. A sharp decrease in the sea temperature to 17.4°C (63.3°F) brings the year’s aquatic activities to a halt. Rainfall remains quite consistent to November levels, adding to the region's water supply. However, December's longer nights and reduced daylight render the city relatively quiet, making it an ideal time for tranquil seaside walks and time spent in cozy local eateries.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Olhão records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16.5°C (61.7°F), closely related to the 18.5°C (65.3°F) observed in November. Olhão notes a consistent average low-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Olhão, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Olhão, there are 54.1 rainfall days, and 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Olhão, the average seawater temperature in December is 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 17.4°C (63.3°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:24 WET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Olhão in December?

In Olhão, in December, the average high-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.7°C (54.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Olhão?

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

How much does it rain in Olhão in December?

In Olhão, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Olhão?

In December, the average sea temperature in Olhão 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 Olhão?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Olhão?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Olhão?

On the first day of December in Olhão, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:24 WET.

How many hours of sunshine does Olhão have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Olhão?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average temperature in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average pressure in December - Olhão, 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 (1015.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average wind speed in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average humidity in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average rainfall in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in December: 14mm

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

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Average rainfall days in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average rainfall days in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Olhão, Portugal

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.9°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olhão, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average sunshine days in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (20.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average UV index in December - Olhão, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average cloud cover in December - Olhão, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in December
Olhão, Portugal

Average visibility in December - Olhão, 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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