Barcelona in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Barcelona in december 2024
The weather in Barcelona in december comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout december
tolerable weather
Weather at 6am
50°F
Clear/Sunny
61% of time
24%
7%
7%
Weather at 12pm
58°F
Clear/Sunny
62% of time
22%
8%
7%
Weather at 6pm
54°F
Clear/Sunny
62% of time
23%
8%
7%
Weather at 3am
50°F
63%
22%
7%
6%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Barcelona in december
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Barcelona in december.
The climate of Barcelona in december is tolerable
The climate throughout December in Barcelona is characterized by the presence of cold weather all day long. Despite the clear sky, which allows the sun's rays to pass through, the maximum temperatures stagnate around 15° C. The wearing of warm clothes is of high importance in order to feel comfortable. Fortunately, the dry climate of Barcelona allows to enjoy the sun's beneficial rays.
Mornings in Barcelona throughout December
Apart from the rather cold morning temperatures, the weather in Barcelona throughout December is acceptable - as the sun continues to shine even if it no longer delivers the same pleasant warmth. Only the second and third ten day periods of the month experience cloudy or even rainy mornings.
Midday in Barcelona throughout December
Midday temperatures are mild throughout the month of December. Values rarely exceed 15° C and rain showers may come as a surprise during the second and third ten day periods of the month. It is necessary to dress accordingly in order to feel at ease in this type of weather.
Evenings in Barcelona throughout Decembre
If one feels the need to go out in the late evening, wearing warm clothes is essential because even if it does not snow, the temperatures remain rather cold. Although in general, the weather is acceptable, this does not rule out the possibility of an overnight downpour - especially towards the end of the month.
Barcelona: another month?
If you can push the dates of your trip to Barcelona forward, the month of january has a better weather forecast than december. more information
December: another location in Spain?
If you want to go to Spain in december, there are destinations with better weather than Barcelona:
In december, Alicante, Malaga, Sevilla, Almeria, Benidorm and Cartagena have good weather.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Barcelona in december
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are set from the weather statements of the last years of december.
| December | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 70°F (2018) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 32°F (2010) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 3 day(s) (10%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 60°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 56°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 64°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 16km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 47°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 1.7in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (7%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 2.1in (2019) | ||||
| Snowfall | 0cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 74% | ||||
| Visibility | 9.77km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 25% | ||||
| UV index | 4 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 08:10 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 17:23 | ||||
| Length of day | 09:13 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in december | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable | ||||
How was the weather last december?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Barcelona in december 2023:
61°F to 65°F
50°F to 58°F
49°F to 54°F
54°F to 59°F
52°F to 54°F
52°F to 56°F
52°F to 58°F
54°F to 59°F
52°F to 59°F
54°F to 61°F
56°F to 63°F
59°F to 65°F
59°F to 61°F
50°F to 61°F
50°F to 58°F
50°F to 56°F
50°F to 54°F
50°F to 58°F
52°F to 59°F
50°F to 58°F
49°F to 58°F
52°F to 59°F
50°F to 58°F
50°F to 58°F
52°F to 59°F
52°F to 59°F
52°F to 58°F
52°F to 58°F
52°F to 58°F
52°F to 58°F
54°F to 59°F
Map: other cities in Spain in december
Cities near Barcelona:
| Badalona in december | tolerable weather |
| Castelldefels in december | tolerable weather |
| Mataró in december | tolerable weather |
| Sitges in december | tolerable weather |
| Vilanova i la Geltrú in december | tolerable weather |
| Calella in december | tolerable weather |
| Manresa in december | tolerable weather |
| Pineda de Mar in december | tolerable weather |
| Calafell in december | tolerable weather |
| Malgrat de Mar in december | tolerable weather |
| Coma-ruga in december | tolerable weather |
| Catalonia in december | tolerable weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.
Barcelona
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Weather data for Barcelona in december:
Weather data for Barcelona for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Barcelona. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Barcelona can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Barcelona.