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Plataniás Weather in December

Plataniás in December averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. This is the wettest month of the year.

Rainfall in Plataniás in December

Experience the peak rainfall in this month, with heavy showers being the norm. A poncho is essential to stay dry and comfortable. On average, there are about 13 days with rain during this month, averaging 159 mm (6.3 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Plataniás in December

Temperatures in Plataniás in December top out at 16°C (61°F) and drop to 12°C (54°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Plataniás in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 122 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Plataniás in December

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in December. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Plataniás. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Plataniás Temperature in December

Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
159 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
73% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
122 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (19 KM, 11 Miles).

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Plataniás typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 11°C (52°F).

Average temperatures in December

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in December

Historical weather records for Plataniás in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Plataniás spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Plataniás historical weather extremes in December

Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Plataniás.

  • The hottest December day on record in Plataniás reached 29°C (84°F) (December 2, 2005).
  • Plataniás experienced its chilliest December day on December 31, 1982, reaching only 6°C (43°F).
  • The coldest night in December in Plataniás was on December 11, 2010, with a minimum of 1°C (34°F).

Best Places in Greece in December

Find out more about the weather in Greece and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Greece in December →

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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 Plataniás 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Plataniás 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
    6/10

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