Temperature in The Azores in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Azores, Portugal this December.

The Azores, Portugal, a region in Portugal, experiences pleasant average maximum daytime temperatures in December, ranging from 18°C (64°F) in Lagoa das Furnas to 22°C (72°F) in Santa Maria. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Santa Maria and 14°C (57°F) in Lagoa das Furnas.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Azores, Portugal in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in the Azores. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in the Azores in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Azores temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Azores, Portugal in December?

Daytime temperatures in Ponta Delgada typically peak at 18°C (64°F) in December, putting it in the pleasant range.

How cold does it get at night in the Azores, Portugal in December?

Ponta Delgada sees nighttime lows close to 15°C (59°F) in December.

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

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Santa Maria is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 22°C (72°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 19°C (66°F).

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

For the month of December, Lagoa das Furnas is the most temperate city in the Azores, Portugal based on our records. Highs average 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 14°C (57°F).

How much sun does the Azores, Portugal get in December?

Across the Azores, Portugal, sunshine in December ranges from overcast in Horta (82 hours) to moderately sunny in Santa Maria (108 hours).

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 19°C (66°F) in Ponta Delgada this month, still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a refreshing dip.

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