December weather forecastAltea, Spain
December
Weather in December
Concluding the year, December in Altea presents lower temperatures ranging from 12.6°C (54.7°F) to 15.5°C (59.9°F), along with a comparatively drier climate. Specific to December is pressure, which reaches its peak at 1021.7mb. Despite this, the town retains its vibrant spirit, preparing to bid the year goodbye. With December comes the joy of winter festivities, making Altea a mesmerising place to be during this time. With its pleasant winter chill, warm lights and festive celebrations, Altea indeed becomes a winter wonderland.Temperature
The shift into December in Altea, Spain, reveals an average high-temperature of a mild 15.5°C (59.9°F), closely mirroring November's climate. Altea's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a fresh 12.6°C (54.7°F).Humidity
In Altea, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.Rainfall
In Altea, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Altea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 31.3 days and collects up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Altea is 16.4°C (61.5°F).Note: Swimming in water at 16.4°C (61.5°F) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:49 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 4 in December transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Altea, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 15.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11°C).
Average pressure in December
Altea, Spain
- Average pressure in December: 1021.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Altea, Spain
- Average wind speed in December: 15.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Altea, Spain
- Average humidity in December: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Altea, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 6mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and April (7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Altea, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Altea, Spain
- Average sea temperature in December: 16.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altea, Spain
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Altea, Spain
- Average sunshine days in December: 27.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Altea, Spain
- Average UV index in December: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Altea, Spain
- Average cloud cover in December: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in December
Altea, Spain
- 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).
