December weather forecastNerja, Spain
December
Weather in December
Finally, December in Nerja brings more predictable winter weather, although it is relatively temperate by usual winter standards. As temperatures continue to drop, the evenings and nights can become especially cool. The shortened daylight hours and increased rainfall are clear indications of the season. While the locals might find the sea too cold for swimming, the robust might still venture into the waters. This time of the year sees an increase in pressure, with the highest recorded pressure of the year at 1022.6mb, reaching winter’s zenith.Temperature
December's presence records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 14.6°C (58.3°F), closely mirroring November's climate. Night temperatures in December exhibit a subtle decrease, settling at an average of 10.3°C (50.5°F).Humidity
January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the most humid months in Nerja, Spain.Rainfall
In Nerja, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Nerja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 179mm (7.05") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Nerja, in December, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).Note: In water with a temperature of 16°C (60.8°F), swimming is not a joy for most people. The challenge of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Nerja is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 18:09 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8h of sunshine.UV index
January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Nerja. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 14.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Nerja, 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 July (1015.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).
Average rainfall in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 16mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and November (27mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2.8 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average sea temperature in December: 16°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (15°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nerja, 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
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h).
Average sunshine days in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Nerja, Spain
- Average UV index in December: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Nerja, 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 6).
Average visibility in December
Nerja, 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).





