Santa Cruz do Douro weather in December (Portugal)
What weather conditions can you expect in Santa Cruz do Douro this December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.
Temperatures
Typically, December in Santa Cruz do Douro includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is part of winter. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 12°C. At night, they generally drop to 4°C.
Precipitation
Santa Cruz do Douro in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 170 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 124 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Cruz do Douro. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Cruz do Douro climate page with graphs.
Santa Cruz do Douro, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
170 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
124 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
Where to go in Portugal in December
Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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