December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Azores

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

The Azores, Portugal, a region in Portugal, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a moderate 92 mm (3.6 in) in Santa Maria to a high 150 mm (5.9 in) in Ponta Delgada. On average, December is the wettest month of the year in the Azores, 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 Azores precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Ponta Delgada typically receives significant rainfall, averaging around 150 mm (5.9 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

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

Ponta Delgada sees roughly 21 days rainy days during December.

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

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Azores, Portugal.

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

Ponta Delgada is the wettest city in the Azores, Portugal in December according to our database, with average rainfall of around 150 mm (5.9 in).

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

Based on our database, Santa Maria sees the least rainfall in the Azores, Portugal in December, with around 92 mm (3.6 in) on average.

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