Temperature in La Rioja in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in La Rioja, Spain this December.

La Rioja, Spain, a region in Spain, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Zaldierna to 12°C (54°F) in Alfaro. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Alfaro and 1°C (34°F) in Zaldierna. During December, winter is in full swing.

What is the temperature of the different cities in La Rioja, Spain in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in La Rioja. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in La Rioja in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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La Rioja temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in La Rioja, Spain in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Logroño. That makes December a low month for La Rioja, Spain.

How cold does it get at night in La Rioja, Spain in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Logroño typically drop to around 3°C (37°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in La Rioja, Spain?

Based on our systematic data collection, Alfaro has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 12°C (54°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 4°C (39°F).

What is the coldest city in December in La Rioja, Spain?

For the month of December, Zaldierna is the most temperate city in La Rioja, Spain based on our records. Highs average 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 1°C (34°F).

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