Thinking of visiting Lagos in December? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 12°C (54°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Lagos.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Lagos typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Lagos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Lagos from 1976 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Portugal in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full Lagos climate overview or explore weather in Portugal.
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Portimão
17°C (63°F) Albufeira17°C (63°F) Lagos17°C (63°F) Ericeira16°C (61°F) Cascais17°C (63°F) Vilamoura17°C (63°F) Lisbon16°C (61°F) Porto
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