If you plan to visit Alghero in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +15°C during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 69 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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December is usually the wettest month of the year in Alghero;
Average weather
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+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
69 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alghero has OK weather in December.
Average temperature in Alghero in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alghero for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +20°C during the day to a minimum of +9°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +15°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 45% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +20°C to +15°C.
Is Alghero warm or cold in December?
Alghero is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +18°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +10°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Alghero:
Water temperature in Alghero in December
Water in Alghero in December is Fresh. It varies from +14°C to +19°C, with an average of +16°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alghero are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.
Can you swim in Alghero in December?
Water temperature (+16°C) in Alghero in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Alghero in December
Alghero weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+18°C
+15°C
+13°C
Min. temperature
+1°C
-1°C
-2°C
Max. temperature
+28°C
+21°C
+21°C
Rainfall
93 mm
69 mm
56 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C
+16°C
+14°C
Humidity
78%
79%
79%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1017 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
7
8
7
Cloudy days
7
8
10
Rainy days
12
13
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as ok as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +18°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +15°C.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 93 mm to 69 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 7 to 8.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Alghero in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Alghero is gradually decreasing during December, going from 7 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Alghero based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 38 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
December is one of the rainiest months in Alghero, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Alghero wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 93 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Alghero?
This is the weather in Alghero in December 2023:
1 December
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+20°C
2 December
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+19°C
3 December
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+12°C
4 December
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+14°C
5 December
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+14°C
6 December
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+13°C
7 December
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+15°C
8 December
🌧️
+14°C
9 December
🌧️
+16°C
10 December
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+17°C
11 December
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+18°C
12 December
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+18°C
13 December
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+17°C
14 December
🌧️
+14°C
15 December
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+16°C
16 December
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+13°C
17 December
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+14°C
18 December
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+15°C
19 December
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+15°C
20 December
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+14°C
21 December
🌧️
+15°C
22 December
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+15°C
23 December
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+15°C
24 December
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+15°C
25 December
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+15°C
26 December
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+15°C
27 December
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+15°C
28 December
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+14°C
29 December
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+15°C
30 December
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+15°C
31 December
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+15°C
In December 2023 Alghero had 12 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +12°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Alghero climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Alghero in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2017 (+22°C). The driest year was 2017 with only 311 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 759 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alghero in December:
Is December a good time to visit Alghero?
It’s always a good time to visit Alghero, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Alghero in December?
December has mild temperatures in Alghero. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Alghero in December?
In general, you can swim in Alghero in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +16°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Alghero rainy in December?
Alghero is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Alghero in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Alghero in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alghero, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.