São Miguel Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in São Miguel, Portugal in December.

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Ponta Delgada Ribeira Grande Furnas Vila Franca do Campo

Planning a getaway to São Miguel, 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 São Miguel in December

São Miguel, Portugal is a region in Portugal. December in São Miguel generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Ponta Delgada.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of São Miguel, Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Povoação with an average of 123 mm (4.8 in) to high rainfall in Ponta Delgada with 150 mm (5.9 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Ponta Delgada.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Ponta Delgada receives roughly 94 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore São Miguel by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São Miguel — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ponta Delgada)

January17°C (63°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) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in São Miguel in December

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

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 São Miguel

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

Temperature range in São Miguel (December)

Precipitation variation in São Miguel (December)

Ponta Delgada

In December Ponta Delgada generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
94 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ponta Delgada →

Ribeira Grande

In December Ribeira Grande generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
94 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ribeira Grande →

Furnas

In December Furnas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
94 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Furnas →

Vila Franca do Campo

In December Vila Franca do Campo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
94 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Vila Franca do Campo →

Capelas

In December Capelas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
94 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Capelas →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in São Miguel in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ponta Delgada 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Ribeira Grande 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Furnas 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Vila Franca do Campo 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Capelas 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Lagoa 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)

São Miguel weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Miguel, Portugal in December?

Expect tolerable weather across São Miguel, Portugal in December. The popular destination of Ponta Delgada averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in São Miguel, Portugal in December?

Daytime temperatures in Ponta Delgada peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in December, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does São Miguel, Portugal get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in São Miguel, Portugal. Average rainfall in Ponta Delgada sits around 150 mm (5.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit São Miguel, Portugal?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit São Miguel, Portugal with overall tolerable weather in Ponta Delgada. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September and November provide perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and March tend to be unpleasant.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in São Miguel.

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