Matosinhos weather in December (Norte Region, Portugal)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Matosinhos during December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During December, Matosinhos usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 9°C.

Precipitation

Matosinhos in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 160 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 124 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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

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

 

Matosinhos, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Water Temperature 14°C *  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 160 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 124 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 46% *  

Data from: Porto, Portugal (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in December

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 14°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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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