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Centro Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Centro Region, Portugal in December.

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Coimbra Peniche Fátima Figueira da Foz

Planning a getaway to Centro Region, Portugal 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 Centro Region in December

Centro Region, Portugal is a region in Portugal. December in Centro Region generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Castelo Mendo at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Cabo Carvoeiro at 16°C (61°F). At night it cools down to 12°C (54°F) in Cabo Carvoeiro and 3°C (37°F) in Castelo Mendo.

To explore the conditions in Centro Region, Portugal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vilar Torpim with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Oliveira de Frades with 191 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Peniche receives about 122 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Centro Region in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Centro Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Centro Region, Portugal?

Temperature range in Centro Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Centro Region (December)

Peniche

In December Peniche 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
122 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Peniche →

Fátima

In December Fátima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
138 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Fátima →

Figueira da Foz

In December Figueira da Foz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
138 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Figueira da Foz →

Tomar

In December Tomar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
138 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tomar →

Covilhã

In December Covilhã generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
105 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Covilhã →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Centro Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Coimbra 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Peniche 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Fátima 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Figueira da Foz 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Tomar 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Covilhã 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Centro Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Centro Region, Portugal in December?

Centro Region, Portugal typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Peniche average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Centro Region, Portugal in December?

Peniche averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

Does Centro Region, Portugal get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Peniche averages just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Centro Region, Portugal.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Centro Region, Portugal?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Centro Region, Portugal due to the typically tolerable weather in Peniche.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Peniche. The weather in January, February, March, April and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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