December
Weather in December
December marks the commencement of the cold season in Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia. The sea temperature cools further, dipping to 17.3°C (63.1°F), indicating the winter onset. The amount of daylight remains relatively constant from November, maintaining around 10 hours per day. Despite the colder conditions, the city gains a distinct charm during the winter season due to the chilly sea breezes and low sunlight. The year concludes with December holding onto its wintry characteristics, closing the climatological year on a colder note.
Note: In water with a temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:12 CET.
Sea temperature
In Sidi Bou Said, in December, the average water temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F).Note: In water with a temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:12 CET.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sea temperature in December?
In Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia, in December, the average water temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°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?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Sidi Bou Said have in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:12 CET.
Average sea temperature in December
Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia
- Average sea temperature in December: 17.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.4°C).
Average daylight in December
Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
