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Altea Weather in December

In Altea, December brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Altea in December

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 12 days of rain, averaging 45 mm (1.8 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 Altea in December

December in Altea brings typical temperatures with highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). During December, you'll experience the winter season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Altea in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 166 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Average water temperature in December

At 16°C (61°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Altea. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Altea Temperature in December

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Water Temperature
16°C (61°F) *
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
45 mm (1.8 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Sunshine
166 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Benidorm, Spain (9 KM, 5 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 Altea in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 16°C (61°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Altea 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
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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