Sierra Nevada weather in December (Andalucía, Spain)

What should you pack for a trip to Sierra Nevada in December? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Sierra Nevada typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in December. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 12°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Sierra Nevada in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 147 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 Sierra Nevada. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sierra Nevada, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 72 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 147 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 41% *  

Data from: Granada, Spain (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in Spain in December

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

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?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Sierra Nevada.

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