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Normal weather for Greece in December

It's cool to moderate in December in Greece with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 14°C.

In December, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Greece in December

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Temperature Average Temperature
17°C 9°C
Sun High Temp
19°C 12°C
Sun Low Temp
15°C 4°C
Rain Total Precipitation
56 mm 133 mm
Rain Rainy Days
9 days 17 days

Start of December

The month of December starts in Greece with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 14°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants will do. In the evening and morning, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

Mid December

By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

End of December

By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Greece is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

Is December a good time to visit Greece?

Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Greece. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.

Temperature records for Greece in December

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The climate in Greece is based on weather data from Santorini. Other places, like Crete, Rhodes or Kos, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Greece to get the full picture of the climate.

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Daily Temperature in December in Greece

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Greece, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in December in Greece

Daily Precipitation in December in Greece

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Greece, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Greece.

Daily Precipitation in December in Greece

Daily UV Index in December in Greece

This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Greece, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in December in Greece

Temperature in December in Greece Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in December in Greece, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in December in Greece Over the Years

Total Precipitation in December in Greece Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Greece, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in December in Greece Over the Years

Daily Climate in December for Greece

Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Greece. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in Greece by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Greece. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.


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