December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Algarve

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Algarve, Portugal in December.

The Algarve, Portugal, a region in Portugal, experiences precipitation in December ranging from moderate in Castro Marim (67 mm (2.6 in)) to moderate in Faro (91 mm (3.6 in)). December falls during the winter season. December typically stands out as the wettest month of the year in the Algarve, Portugal.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Algarve precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Algarve, Portugal receive in December?

In December, Albufeira typically receives modest rainfall, around 84 mm (3.3 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Algarve, Portugal in December?

Albufeira sees roughly 12 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in the Algarve, Portugal?

December is generally a drier month for the Algarve, Portugal, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in December in the Algarve, Portugal?

Looking at our data, Faro tops the wettest-cities list in the Algarve, Portugal for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 91 mm (3.6 in).

What is the driest city in December in the Algarve, Portugal?

The driest place is Castro Marim with an average rainfall of 67 mm (2.6 in) according to our data.

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