December weather forecast
Maspalomas, Spain

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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

What are December temperatures in Maspalomas?

In Maspalomas, 20.5°C (68.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°C (65.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the least humid month in Maspalomas?

December is the least humid month in Maspalomas, Spain, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in December in Maspalomas?

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in Maspalomas in December?

In Maspalomas, Spain, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Maspalomas?

In Maspalomas, the average seawater temperature in December is 20°C (68°F). Swimming in 20°C (68°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Maspalomas?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Maspalomas have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Maspalomas?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 18:18 WET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maspalomas?

The average sunshine duration in December in Maspalomas, Spain, is 9.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Maspalomas are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in December in Maspalomas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Maspalomas is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average pressure in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average humidity in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maspalomas, Spain
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average UV index in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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Average visibility in December
Maspalomas, Spain

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).

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