December weather forecastSant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sant Joan d'Alacant, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17°C (62.6°F) and 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of an agreeable 20°C (68°F) in November to a comfortable 17°C (62.6°F). During December, Sant Joan d'Alacant records an average temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) at night.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sant Joan d'Alacant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105 days and collects up to 371mm (14.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Sant Joan d'Alacant, in December, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 16°C (60.8°F) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 17:51 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Sant Joan d'Alacant is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) and a low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

In Sant Joan d'Alacant, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Sant Joan d'Alacant, in December, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°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).

The month with the shortest days in Sant Joan d'Alacant is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

In Sant Joan d'Alacant, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 17:51 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

In Sant Joan d'Alacant, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

In Sant Joan d'Alacant, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

  • Average high temperature in December: 17°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6°C).

Average rainfall in December
Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

  • Average rainfall in December: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

  • Average sea temperature in December: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°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
Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in December
Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain

  • Average UV index in December: 2

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