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Maia Weather in December

December in Maia averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 164 mm (6.5 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Maia in December

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain, with 164 mm (6.5 in) average for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Maia in December

If you're visiting Maia in December, expect highs of 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows around 9°C (48°F). During December, the winter season is in full swing. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Maia in December

The area enjoys a balanced 124 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in Maia 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

At 14°C (57°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Maia.

Maia 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
164 mm (6.5 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
124 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (5 KM, 3 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Maia 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Maia in December

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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