PortugalThe weather in December in Ponta Delgada
It's cool to moderate in December in Ponta Delgada 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.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Ponta Delgada. 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 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. 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 22°C in 2018, Ponta Delgada 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 8°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Ponta Delgada is 19°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Ponta Delgada
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ponta Delgada. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Ponta Delgada | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 89 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Ponta Delgada with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
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 Ponta Delgada is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Ponta Delgada
Temperature in December in Ponta Delgada over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. 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 Ponta Delgada
Total precipitation in December in Ponta Delgada over the years
Daily UV index in December in Ponta Delgada
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Ponta Delgada, 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 Ponta Delgada by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ponta Delgada. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.