São João da Madeira
Weather by month
Current – 10-day forecastForecast

São João da Madeira Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), December in São João da Madeira brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 175 mm (6.9 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in São João da Madeira in December

Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month, with 175 mm (6.9 in) on average. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in São João da Madeira in December

Daytime highs in São João da Madeira in December reach 14°C (57°F), with nights around 7°C (45°F). Experience the winter season in December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 7°C (45°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in São João da Madeira in December

The area enjoys a balanced 124 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

December in São João da Madeira has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

São João da Madeira Temperature in December

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
175 mm (6.9 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
124 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (40 KM, 25 Miles).

São João da Madeira Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São João da Madeira - and find the best time to visit.

Best Places in Portugal in December

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Portugal in December →

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 São João da Madeira in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in São João da Madeira in December

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

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

São João da Madeira 3-Day Forecast

More climate data for São João da Madeira

Popular in December

Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.