Leça da Palmeira Weather in December
During December, Leça da Palmeira experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 159 mm (6.3 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Leça da Palmeira in December
Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month, with 159 mm (6.3 in) on average. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.
Temperature in Leça da Palmeira in December
In December, expect moderate temperatures in Leça da Palmeira, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Leça da Palmeira in December
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 124 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.
Wind Speed in Leça da Palmeira in December
Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in December. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.
Average water temperature in December
The water is 14°C (57°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Leça da Palmeira.
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Leça da Palmeira Temperature in December
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Water Temperature
14°C (57°F) *
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
159 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
124 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
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What to Wear in Leça da Palmeira 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. Expect water temperatures of around 14°C (57°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.What To Do in Leça da Palmeira in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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