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Andalucía Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Andalucía, Spain in December.

Planning a getaway to Andalucía, Spain this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Andalucía in December

Andalucía, Spain is a region in Spain. December in Andalucía generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Mansilla de las Mulas at 10°C (50°F) to pleasant in Jerez de la Frontera at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Jerez de la Frontera and 2°C (36°F) in Mansilla de las Mulas.

For a closer look at conditions across Andalucía, Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Huebro with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to high rainfall in Los Caños de Meca with 131 mm (5.2 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Seville as an example - it receives around 160 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Andalucía by month

Best Places to Visit in Andalucía in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Andalucía.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Andalucía

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Andalucía, Spain?

Temperature range in Andalucía (December)

Precipitation variation in Andalucía (December)

Seville

In December Seville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
160 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Marbella

In December Marbella generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
164 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Málaga

In December Málaga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
164 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Granada

In December Granada generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
147 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Nerja

In December Nerja generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
147 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Andalucía in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ibiza 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Seville 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Marbella 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Málaga 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Granada 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Nerja 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Andalucía weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Andalucía, Spain in December?

Andalucía, Spain typically experiences pleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Seville average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Andalucía, Spain in December?

Seville averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Andalucía, Spain get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Andalucía, Spain during December, with Seville averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Andalucía, Spain?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Andalucía, Spain with overall pleasant weather in Seville. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Seville. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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