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The weather in December in the Algarve
It's cool to moderate in December in the Algarve with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in the Algarve. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for the Algarve, Portugal. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2022, the Algarve reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 31 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for the Algarve
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Algarve. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Algarve | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 31 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Algarve with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 18°C, with nights around 12°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Algarve is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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The climate in the Algarve is based on weather data from Faro. Other spots might have different weather.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in the Algarve, Portugal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in the Algarve
Temperature in December in the Algarve over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in the Algarve, Portugal. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in the Algarve
Total precipitation in December in the Algarve over the years
Daily UV index in December in the Algarve
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in the Algarve, 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.
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Average weather in the Algarve by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Algarve. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.