Galicia weather in December
Considering a trip to Galicia 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 Galicia in December?
Galicia is a region in Spain. December in Galicia generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. December is a winter month.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Xares at 9°C to moderate in Ribeira at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Ribeira and 1°C in Xares.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Verín with an average of 118 mm to heavy rainfall in Cangas de Morrazo with 226 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 84 hours of sunlight in Santiago de Compostela. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Galicia in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Galicia climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Galicia?
Santiago de Compostela
In December Santiago de Compostela generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Vigo
In December Vigo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Portonovo
In December Portonovo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sanxenxo
In December Sanxenxo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sarria
In December Sarria generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Galicia, in Spain.
Is December the best time to visit Galicia?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Santiago de Compostela, December may not be the ideal time to visit Galicia.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Santiago de Compostela. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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