December weather forecastBenidorm, Spain
December
Weather in December
Winter’s full arrival in December brings cooler weather with the lowest average temperatures for the year, registering an average low of 12°C (53.6°F) in Benidorm. This period can get quite wet, with a steady increase in precipitation spread across six days. The decrease in daylight hours paves the way for extended evenings under the clear winter sky. Winter winds blowing across the city bring an aesthetic appeal to the seaside location. Despite the chill, December remains inviting with a unique festive charm evident on the city’s streets and vibrant quarters around the holiday season.Temperature
December's average high-temperature is a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F), maintaining a close comparison with November's 17.8°C (64°F). Benidorm's nighttime average temperature in December subtly descends to a cool 12°C (53.6°F) from the daily highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 67%.Rainfall
In Benidorm, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.6 rainfall days, and 260mm (10.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Benidorm, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.4°C (61.5°F).Note: In 16.4°C (61.5°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Benidorm, 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
The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Benidorm, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 15.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 12°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Benidorm, 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 (1014.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Benidorm, Spain
- Average wind speed in December: 14.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Benidorm, Spain
- Average humidity in December: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Benidorm, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Benidorm, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.9 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Benidorm, 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
Benidorm, 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 months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Benidorm, Spain
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Benidorm, Spain
- 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
Benidorm, Spain
- Average cloud cover in December: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Benidorm, 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).
