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PortugalThe weather in December in Funchal
It's pleasantly warm in December in Funchal with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Funchal. 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 Funchal, Madeira. 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 26°C in 2022, Funchal reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Funchal is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 64 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Funchal
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Funchal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Funchal | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 64 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Funchal with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 17°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 Funchal is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Funchal, Madeira. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Funchal
Temperature in December in Funchal over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Funchal, Madeira. 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 Funchal
Total precipitation in December in Funchal over the years
Daily UV index in December in Funchal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Funchal, 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 Funchal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Funchal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.