PortugalAverage weather for the Azores in December
It's cool to moderate in December in the Azores 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 13°C and 16°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Azores with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 15°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Azores is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Water temperature
The water temperature at the Azores is 19°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
In December, there is an average of 119 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Azores in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
119 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
16 days | 17 days | |
November
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.
Is December a good time to visit the Azores?
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in the Azores. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 21°C in 2019, the Azores reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in the Azores
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for the Azores, 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 Precipitation in December in the Azores
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for the Azores, 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 16 days of precipitation in the Azores.
Daily UV index in December in the Azores
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in the Azores, 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.
Temperature in December in the Azores over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in the Azores, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in the Azores over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in the Azores, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for the Azores
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Average weather in the Azores by month
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