December weather forecastPlatja de Palma, Spain

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Platja de Palma, Spain, with an average temperature ranging between max 15°C (59°F) and min 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

Platja de Palma's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from an enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F) in November to a mild 15°C (59°F). December in Platja de Palma sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 7°C (44.6°F).

Rainfall

In Platja de Palma, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Platja de Palma, there are 119 rainfall days, and 503mm (19.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 16°C (60.8°F) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 17:35 CET.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

Platja de Palma in December has an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F) and an average low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

In Platja de Palma, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

In Platja de Palma, in December, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Platja de Palma, Spain, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

On the first day of December in Platja de Palma, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 17:35 CET.

The months with the least sunshine in Platja de Palma are January, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

In Platja de Palma, Spain, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Platja de Palma is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
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Average sea temperature
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Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Platja de Palma, Spain

  • Average high temperature in December: 15°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (5°C).

Average rainfall in December
Platja de Palma, Spain

  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Platja de Palma, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Platja de Palma, Spain

  • Average sea temperature in December: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (14°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Platja de Palma, Spain

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in December
Platja de Palma, Spain

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).