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Alcalá de Henares Weather in December

December in Alcalá de Henares sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Alcalá de Henares in December

Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 50 mm (2 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Alcalá de Henares in December

Alcalá de Henares in December gets highs of 12°C (54°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. Experience the winter season in December. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Alcalá de Henares in December

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 122 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Alcalá de Henares in December

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during December. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, April, May, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Alcalá de Henares Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
50 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
77% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
122 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
49% *
* Data from: Madrid, Spain (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Alcalá de Henares in December

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Alcalá de Henares in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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