December weather forecast and climate
Tarifa, Spain

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Tarifa, Spain, with average temperature fluctuating between 16.1°C (61°F) and 13°C (55.4°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in November - a still comfortable 16.1°C (61°F). In Tarifa, Spain, the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

Humidity

Months with the highest humidity are April, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Tarifa, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. In Tarifa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 396mm (15.59") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Tarifa, the average seawater temperature in December is 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 17.4°C (63.3°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).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9.8h of daylight.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in Tarifa is 8h.

UV index

Months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from the exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 4 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.