December weather forecast
Altea, Spain

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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

What are December temperatures in Altea?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Altea, is 15.5°C (59.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 12.6°C (54.7°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Altea?

In Altea, Spain, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December in Altea?

In December, in Altea, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in December in Altea?

In December, the average sea temperature in Altea, Spain, is 16.4°C (61.5°F). For most, swimming in 16.4°C (61.5°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Altea?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Altea.

How many hours of daylight does Altea have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Altea?

On the first day of December in Altea, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altea?

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Altea, Spain.

How many hours of sunshine does Altea have in December?

In Altea, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Altea?

In Altea, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average pressure in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average humidity in December
Altea, Spain

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altea, Spain

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altea, Spain
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average UV index in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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Average visibility in December
Altea, Spain

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).

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