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São João da Madeira weather in December (Norte Region, Portugal)

What can you expect from the weather in São João da Madeira during December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, São João da Madeira generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 14°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

São João da Madeira in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 175 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 124 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit São João da Madeira. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized São João da Madeira climate page with graphs.

 

São João da Madeira, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 175 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 124 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in December

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 São João da Madeira in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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