If you plan to visit Ponta Delgada in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +18°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 136 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
+10°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
136 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ponta Delgada has OK weather in December.
Average temperature in Ponta Delgada in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ponta Delgada 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 +14°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +18°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +18°C.
Is Ponta Delgada warm or cold in December?
Ponta Delgada is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +19°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +17°C to +16°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 Ponta Delgada:
Water temperature in Ponta Delgada in December
Water in Ponta Delgada in December is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +18°C.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Ponta Delgada are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +16°C.
Can you swim in Ponta Delgada in December?
Water temperature (+17°C) in Ponta Delgada 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 Ponta Delgada in December
Ponta Delgada weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+19°C
+18°C
+17°C
Min. temperature
+11°C
+10°C
+8°C
Max. temperature
+23°C
+21°C
+19°C
Rainfall
88 mm
136 mm
86 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C
+17°C
+17°C
Humidity
78%
80%
80%
Air pressure
1019 HPa
1019 HPa
1022 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
12
10
12
Rainy days
16
19
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as ok as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +19°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +18°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 88 mm to 136 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 80%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 5 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Ponta Delgada in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Ponta Delgada is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Ponta Delgada based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 106 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 39 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
December is one of the rainiest months in Ponta Delgada, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Ponta Delgada wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 136 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Ponta Delgada?
This is the weather in Ponta Delgada in December 2023:
1 December
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+17°C
2 December
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+18°C
3 December
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+16°C
4 December
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+18°C
5 December
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+19°C
6 December
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+20°C
7 December
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+19°C
8 December
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+20°C
9 December
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+20°C
10 December
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+19°C
11 December
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+18°C
12 December
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+16°C
13 December
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+17°C
14 December
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+18°C
15 December
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+19°C
16 December
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+19°C
17 December
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+19°C
18 December
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+19°C
19 December
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+19°C
20 December
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+18°C
21 December
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+17°C
22 December
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+18°C
23 December
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+17°C
24 December
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+18°C
25 December
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+18°C
26 December
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+19°C
27 December
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+16°C
28 December
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+17°C
29 December
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+17°C
30 December
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+17°C
31 December
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+18°C
In December 2023 Ponta Delgada had 9 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +16°C. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Ponta Delgada climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Ponta Delgada in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+18°C) and the highest in 1998 (+20°C). The driest year was 1984 with only 426 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1852 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ponta Delgada in December:
Is December a good time to visit Ponta Delgada?
It’s always a good time to visit Ponta Delgada, 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 Ponta Delgada in December?
December has mild temperatures in Ponta Delgada. 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 Ponta Delgada in December?
In general, you can swim in Ponta Delgada in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Ponta Delgada rainy in December?
Ponta Delgada 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 Ponta Delgada in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Ponta Delgada in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Portugal
Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ponta Delgada, 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.
