Temperature in Spain in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Spain this December.

Spain, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 4°C (39°F) in Burg to 22°C (72°F) in Llanos de la Concepción. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Llanos de la Concepción and -5°C (23°F) in Burg. December falls during the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Spain in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of Spain on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Spain temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Spain in December?

Average daytime highs in Spain during December reach about 15°C (59°F) in Barcelona.

How cold does it get at night in Spain in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Barcelona typically drop to around 8°C (46°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Spain?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Llanos de la Concepción is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 22°C (72°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 16°C (61°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Spain?

The coldest city in December in Spain is Burg when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 4°C (39°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -5°C (23°F).

How much sun does Spain get in December?

Across Spain, sunshine in December ranges from overcast in Bilbao (78 hours) to moderately sunny in Puerto del Rosario (188 hours).

What is the water temperature in December?

Across Spain, sea temperatures in December range from cold at 13°C (55°F) in Santander to good at 20°C (68°F) in Tenerife — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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