Amarante weather in December (Norte Region, Portugal)

Curious about the climate in Amarante this December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Amarante typically brings moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 13°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 5°C.

Precipitation

Amarante in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 178 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. This month experiences about 16 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 124 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Amarante. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Amarante, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 178 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 124 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 46% *  

Data from: Porto, Portugal (50 KM, 31 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.

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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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