Braga Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), December in Braga brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that December is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Braga in December
Braga is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 223 mm (8.8 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in Braga in December
Daytime temperatures in Braga reach 14°C (57°F) in December, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Braga in December
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 124 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Braga. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Braga Temperature in December
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
223 mm (8.8 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
124 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Braga typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Braga in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Braga spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Braga historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Braga between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- Braga recorded its highest December temperature of 24°C (75°F) on December 2, 1985.
- The coldest December day was on December 20, 2009, with a maximum of 7°C (45°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was -2°C (28°F) (December 31, 1980).
- Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 26, 2002, when 75 mm (3 in) of precipitation was measured.
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What to Wear in Braga 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the monthWhat To Do in Braga in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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