December weather forecastTarragona, Spain
December
Weather in December
Welcoming the final month, December in Tarragona, Spain stirs up noticeably cold weather conditions, signaling a move towards the chilly grasp of winter. With pressure levels comparatively high, the average atmospheric pressure is recorded at 1021mb. The destination experiences shorter days and an appreciable decrease in daylight and sunshine hours. The near-freezing temperatures indicate the move away from autumn’s remnants, rather steering towards the cold months lying ahead. Above all, December indicates the end of the weather calendar, rounding off the year with the onset of significantly low temperatures.Temperature
Tarragona's December reports an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13.4°C (56.1°F), exhibiting a minor difference from November. In December, Tarragona temperatures settle at a low of 9.2°C (48.6°F) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Tarragona is 70%.Rainfall
In Tarragona, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.8 rainfall days, and 354mm (13.94") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Tarragona, Spain, snow does not fall in April through December.Sea temperature
In Tarragona, the average seawater temperature in December is 15.5°C (59.9°F).Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 17:36 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tarragona is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 13.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 9.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average pressure in December: 1021mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average wind speed in December: 16.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average humidity in December: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, June and November (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 20mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average snowfall in December: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average sea temperature in December: 15.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.2°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average UV index in December: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average cloud cover in December: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in December
Tarragona, Spain
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
