December weather forecastMaspalomas, Spain
December
Weather in December
December symbolizes the commencement of winter in Maspalomas, with the weather conditions reflecting the change. A slight drop in temperature transforms the weather, making it noticeably cooler than November. The city experiences a dip in the rainfall amount compared to previous months. A temperature low of 18.5°C (65.3°F) marks December as one of the coldest months. Yet, the amount of sunshine days remains quite consistent, ensuring that the city of Maspalomas is ever vibrant.Temperature
The shift from November to December is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 20.5°C (68.9°F), not significantly different from the 21.8°C (71.2°F) of November. Maspalomas notes a consistent average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) during December nights.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 68%, December is the least humid month in Maspalomas.Rainfall
In December, in Maspalomas, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.2 rainfall days, and 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Maspalomas is 20°C (68°F).Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 20°C (68°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of December, in Maspalomas, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 18:18 WET.
Sunshine
In Maspalomas, the average sunshine in December is 9.2h.UV index
January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Maspalomas. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 20.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (18.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average pressure in December: 1021mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1015.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average wind speed in December: 20.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (16.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average humidity in December: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (15mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average sea temperature in December: 20°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (19°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 9h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average UV index in December: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Maspalomas, Spain
- Average cloud cover in December: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in December
Maspalomas, 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).
