Alcantarilha weather in December (Algarve, Portugal)

Will it be warm or cold in Alcantarilha this December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Alcantarilha usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 17°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 10°C.

Precipitation

Alcantarilha in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 169 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Alcantarilha. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alcantarilha climate page with graphs.

 

Alcantarilha, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Portimão, Portugal (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in December

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Alcantarilha, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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