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Santa Cruz Weather in December

During December, Santa Cruz experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and cooler nights around 6°C (43°F). As the wettest month of the year, and part of the winter season, expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in December

With frequent rain showers this month, having an umbrella on hand will keep you dry. Typically around 15 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in December

Daytime temperatures in Santa Cruz reach 17°C (63°F) in December, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Santa Cruz in December

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 150 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, March, April, May, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Santa Cruz Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 150 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Córdoba, Spain (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in Spain in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Santa Cruz in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Santa Cruz in December

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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