Weather in December in Cantabria
Considering a trip to Cantabria 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 Cantabria in December?
Cantabria is a region in Spain. December in Cantabria generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from cold in Cosgaya at 9°C to mild in Noja at 14°C. At night it cools down to 9°C in Noja and 2°C in Cosgaya.To explore the conditions in Cantabria in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Revelillas with an average of 61 mm to high rainfall in Pechón with 135 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 88 hours of sunshine in Santander. 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 Cantabria climate page.
Where to go in Cantabria in December





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Cantabria?
Santander
In December Santander generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Santillana del Mar
In December Santillana del Mar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Noja
In December Noja generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Isla
In December Isla generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Suances
In December Suances generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Cantabria?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Cantabria with often unpleasant weather in Santander.
On average, the best time to visit Cantabria is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Santander. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have poor weather conditions.
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