Weather in December in The Azores
Considering a trip to the Azores this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the Azores in December?
The Azores is a region in Portugal. December in the Azores generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 18°C in Lagoa das Furnas to 22°C in Santa Maria. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Santa Maria and 14°C in Lagoa das Furnas.To explore the conditions in the Azores in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Santa Maria with an average of 92 mm to high rainfall in Ponta Delgada with 150 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Ponta Delgada.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 94 hours of sunshine in Ponta Delgada. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our the Azores climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in the Azores?
Ponta Delgada
In December Ponta Delgada generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Angra do Heroísmo
In December Angra do Heroísmo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Santa Maria Island
In December Santa Maria Island generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Horta
In December Horta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Lajes
In December Lajes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Azores, in Portugal.
Is December the best time to visit the Azores?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Ponta Delgada, December might be a good time to visit the Azores.
Generally speaking, June, July, August, September and November provide perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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