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Penafiel Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Penafiel in December? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.

Rainfall in Penafiel in December

As part of the rainy season, Penafiel sees around 16 days of rain in December, with an average of 189 mm (7.4 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Penafiel in December

Daytime temperatures in Penafiel reach 14°C (57°F) in December, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. The month of December belongs to the winter season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Penafiel in December

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 124 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.

December in Penafiel can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Penafiel Temperature in December

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
189 mm (7.4 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
124 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (33 KM, 20 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 Penafiel in December

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Penafiel 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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