Faro weather in December (Algarve, Portugal)

Curious about the December weather in Faro? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Faro typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 17°C, while nights can cool down to about 13°C.

Faro in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The city usually sees around 158 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Faro. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Faro, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 158 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53%  

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 Faro in December?

For visitors traveling to Faro, 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. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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