Balearic Islands Weather in December

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

Planning a getaway to the Balearic Islands, 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 the Balearic Islands in December

The Balearic Islands, Spain is a region in Spain. December in the Balearic Islands generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Pollença.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Balearic Islands, Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Es Cubells with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Ferreries with 62 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Pollença receives about 151 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Balearic Islands by month

Best Places to Visit in the Balearic Islands in December

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

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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 the Balearic Islands

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

Temperature range in the Balearic Islands (December)

Precipitation variation in the Balearic Islands (December)

Pollença

In December Pollença generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
151 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Mallorca

In December Mallorca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
153 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Port de Pollensa

In December Port de Pollensa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
151 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Alcudia

In December Alcudia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
151 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

San Antonio

In December San Antonio generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
152 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Balearic Islands in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pollença 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Mallorca 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Port de Pollensa 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Alcudia 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
San Antonio 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Port d'Alcudia 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

The Balearic Islands weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Balearic Islands, Spain in December?

Expect tolerable weather across the Balearic Islands, Spain in December. The popular destination of Pollença averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in the Balearic Islands, Spain in December?

Daytime temperatures in Pollença peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in December, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does the Balearic Islands, Spain get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in the Balearic Islands, Spain. Pollença averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Balearic Islands, Spain?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Balearic Islands, Spain due to the typically tolerable weather in Pollença.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, September and October provide perfect weather in Pollença. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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