December weather - Winter 2024 - Playa del Inglés, Spain

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average UV index in December

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a pleasant month in Playa del Inglés, Spain, with an average temperature varying between 14°C (57.2°F) and 21°C (69.8°F).

Temperature

Entering December, Playa del Inglés's average high-temperature reads a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a refreshing 14°C (57.2°F).

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Playa del Inglés, Spain. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Playa del Inglés, Spain, the average seawater temperature in December is 20°C (68°F).
Note: Most people do not find swimming enjoyable in water of 20°C (68°F). The task of controlling breathing becomes tougher as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Playa del Inglés, Spain, 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 Playa del Inglés, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 18:18 WET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Playa del Inglés, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Playa del Inglés are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Playa del Inglés?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 21°C (69.8°F) and 14°C (57.2°F) respectively.

What is the rainiest month in Playa del Inglés?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Playa del Inglés?

In Playa del Inglés, Spain, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in December in Playa del Inglés?

In Playa del Inglés, in December, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20°C (68°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).

What is the month with the shortest days in Playa del Inglés?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Playa del Inglés?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Playa del Inglés?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, in Playa del Inglés, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 18:18 WET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Playa del Inglés?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Playa del Inglés, Spain, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Playa del Inglés have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Playa del Inglés, Spain, is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Playa del Inglés?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Playa del Inglés, Spain.

What is the UV index reading in December in Playa del Inglés?

In Playa del Inglés, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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21°C 69.8°F

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Average temperature in December
Playa del Inglés, Spain

Average high temperature in December: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (20°C).

Average low temperature in December: 14°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (20°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (14°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Playa del Inglés, Spain

Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (33mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Playa del Inglés, Spain

Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Playa del Inglés, 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
Playa del Inglés, 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: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h).

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Average UV index in December
Playa del Inglés, Spain

Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

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December weather forecast
Playa del Inglés, Spain

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