December weather forecastEstepona, Spain

December

Weather in December

With the arrival of December, Estepona witnesses the onset of winter. Temperatures continue to drop, with plenty of rainfall and increased wind speeds. December sees the return of a considerably cloudier sky as compared to the clear summer months. Despite the dropping temperatures, the climate remains mild enough to enjoy the holiday festivities. The temperature oscillates between 9.5°C (49.1°F) and 15.5°C (59.9°F). As the year wraps up, the cycle of the weather pattern prepares to begin anew with the fresh incoming year.

Temperature

Estepona sees the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a moderate 15.5°C (59.9°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. Throughout December nights, Estepona experiences a consistent temperature average of 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Estepona.

Rainfall

In December, in Estepona, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. In Estepona, Spain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.4 days and collects up to 405mm (15.94") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Estepona, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

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 08:14 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 18:15 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Estepona is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Estepona, is 15.5°C (59.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.5°C (49.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Estepona, Spain, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

In Estepona, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

In Estepona, Spain, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.

In Estepona, Spain, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.8°C (62.2°F). Swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In December, the average day length in Estepona is 9h and 44min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 18:15 CET.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Estepona, Spain, is 8.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Estepona are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Estepona, Spain, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average high temperature in December: 15.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average pressure in December: 1022.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average sea temperature in December: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Estepona, Spain

  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Estepona, 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).