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Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Puerto de la Cruz, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.6°C (58.3°F) and max 21°C (69.8°F).
Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 18:20 WET.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
[Resources]Temperature
As November transitions into December, the average high-temperature rests at an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Puerto de la Cruz's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a mild 14.6°C (58.3°F).Rainfall
In Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Puerto de la Cruz, there are 63 rainfall days, and 296mm (11.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F).Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°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 in Puerto de la Cruz is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 18:20 WET.
Sunshine
January, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Puerto de la Cruz. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Puerto de la Cruz?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Puerto de la Cruz are 21°C (69.8°F) and 14.6°C (58.3°F) respectively.
How many days does it rain in December in Puerto de la Cruz?
In Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the sea temperature in December in Puerto de la Cruz?
In December, the average sea temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F). For most, swimming in 20.9°C (69.6°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
What is the month with the shortest days in Puerto de la Cruz?
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 Puerto de la Cruz?
In Puerto de la Cruz, Spain, the average day length in December is 10h and 22min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Puerto de la Cruz?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 18:20 WET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Puerto de la Cruz?
January, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Puerto de la Cruz?
The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Puerto de la Cruz?
The months with the lowest UV index in Puerto de la Cruz are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index reading in December in Puerto de la Cruz?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average temperature in December
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 21°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°C).
Average rainfall in December
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 47.1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are November and December (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
- Average sea temperature in December: 20.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (19.3°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Puerto de la Cruz, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).
Average UV index in December
Puerto de la Cruz, 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).
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
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