Porto da Cruz weather in December (Madeira Islands, Portugal)
Planning a trip to Porto da Cruz in December? This guide provides all the details you need.
In December, Porto da Cruz generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 15°C.
Porto da Cruz in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.
The area enjoys a balanced 152 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Porto da Cruz climate page with graphs.
Porto da Cruz, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Water Temperature
19°C *
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
81 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
70% *
Windspeed
7 km/h *
Sunshine
152 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
49% *
Where to go in Portugal in December
Find out more about the weather in Portugal in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Porto da Cruz in December?
For visitors traveling to Porto da Cruz, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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