Ribeira Brava weather in December (Madeira Islands, Portugal)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Ribeira Brava this December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Ribeira Brava includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 19°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 15°C.

Precipitation

Ribeira Brava in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 152 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ribeira Brava climate page with graphs.

 

Ribeira Brava, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 152 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 49% *  

Data from: Funchal, Madeira (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Ribeira Brava, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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