Temperatures in December
It's cool in December in Santiago de Compostela with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Santiago de Compostela in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santiago de Compostela with cool temperatures, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights close to 8°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 14°C, with nights close to 9°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Santiago de Compostela will be around 14°C, with nights close to 8°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 198 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 52% per day. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Santiago de Compostela. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Santiago de Compostela in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
14°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
15°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
198 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
16 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 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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After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Santiago de Compostela. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Santiago de Compostela in December
With 21°C, Santiago de Compostela hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Santiago de Compostela
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Santiago de Compostela, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in December in Santiago de Compostela
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Daily Precipitation in December in Santiago de Compostela
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Santiago de Compostela, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 16 days of rain in Santiago de Compostela.
Daily UV Index in December in Santiago de Compostela
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santiago de Compostela, 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 Santiago de Compostela Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Santiago de Compostela, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Santiago de Compostela Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Santiago de Compostela, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Santiago de Compostela
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Santiago de Compostela. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Santiago de Compostela
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The days are surprisingly warm, with occasional rainy days. The views are also breathtaking and the cool evenings make it ideal for a winter trip.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Santiago de Compostela by Month
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