Flores Island

Flores Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Flores Island, Portugal in December.

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Santa Cruz das Flores Lajes das Flores

Thinking about venturing to Flores Island, Portugal this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Flores Island in December

Flores Island, Portugal is a region in Portugal. December in Flores Island generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Santa Cruz das Flores.

For specific regional insights in Flores Island, Portugal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 139 mm (5.5 in) in Santa Cruz das Flores. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Santa Cruz das Flores receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Santa Cruz das Flores receives about 67 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Flores Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Flores Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Santa Cruz das Flores)

January18°C (64°F) February17°C (63°F) March17°C (63°F) April17°C (63°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October22°C (72°F) November20°C (68°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Flores Island in December

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

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 Flores Island

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

Temperature range in Flores Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Flores Island (December)

Santa Cruz das Flores

In December Santa Cruz das Flores generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
67 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Santa Cruz das Flores →

Lajes das Flores

In December Lajes das Flores generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
67 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lajes das Flores →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Flores Island, in Portugal.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Flores Island in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Cruz das Flores 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Lajes das Flores 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Flores Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Flores Island, Portugal in December?

December in Flores Island, Portugal brings tolerable weather. In Santa Cruz das Flores, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Flores Island, Portugal in December?

Average temperatures in Flores Island, Portugal during December range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Santa Cruz das Flores.

Does Flores Island, Portugal get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Flores Island, Portugal. Average rainfall in Santa Cruz das Flores sits around 139 mm (5.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Flores Island, Portugal?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Santa Cruz das Flores, December might be a good time to visit Flores Island, Portugal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September and November provide perfect weather in Santa Cruz das Flores. In contrast, February and March tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Flores Island.

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