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Angra do Heroísmo weather in December (Azores, Portugal)

What can you expect from the weather in Angra do Heroísmo during December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Angra do Heroísmo typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 15°C.

Angra do Heroísmo in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 19 days of the month will see rainfall.

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

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

 

Angra do Heroísmo, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 122 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  

Where to go in Portugal in December

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

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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 Angra do Heroísmo in December?

For visitors traveling to Angra do Heroísmo, 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 in December.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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