Spain Weather in December
Season: Winter
In Short: Cold and wet
Old Town of Sevilla in December
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Although the climate of Spain in December may not be friendly for traveling, it is the holiday season of Christmas and New Year there. You will have chances to enjoy local unique culture and customs of Christmas and New Year.
The warmest cities in Spain in December
Alicante:7-18°C (44.6-64.4°F); Gran Canaria:16-22°C (60.8-71.6°F); Tenerife:16-22°C (60.8-71.6°F)The coldest cities in Spain in December
Teruel: -1-10°C (30.2-50°F); Burgos: 0-8°C (32-46.4°F); Avila: 0-8°C (32-46.4°F)What to Wear for Spain Tour in December
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Top Things to Do in Spain in December
Tourism Rate:1. Join in Christmas Celebrations
Happy Festive Atmosphere
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2. Pray for Good Luck for New Year
There is a tradition in Spain to welcome the New Year by eating grapes. On New Year’s Eve, people go to the churches or squares with 12 grapes. When the clock strikes 24 o’clock, they will eat the grapes for good luck in the coming year. After, some people will put their rings in a glass of champagne, also to pray for good fortunes in the New Year. If you are there at that time, try these unique customs on New Year’s Eve from 2024 to 2025. New Year music show and fireworks show are also worth seeing. You can watch these events at Plaza de España square in Barcelona, Puerta del Sol square in Madrid, and Plaza del Ayunta-miento square in Valencia. However, if you want to get an excellent viewing position, arrive and wait in line early. In addition, there are activities such as fountain shows and drone shows, and you can see happy atmosphere everywhere.3. Experience Winter Granada
Snowfall is possible in Granada during the winter, despite it is in southern Spain. At the foot of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada Mountain, the Alhambra Palace looks like a wonderland in winter. Tickets are more easily to get in the winter because there are fewer tourists in low tourism season. From the San Nicolas Viewpoint, you can see the Alhambra backed with the snow-capped mountains. When the sun gradually goes down, the snow mountain changes colors with the passing of time, which is truly amazing. In the evening, you can relax your body by visiting the Arabian baths. Sierra Neveda is the southernmost ski area in Europe, where you can have fun with your family in ski runs of different levels. The food here is tasty and inexpensive, and you csample traditional Andalusian dishes like migas and oxtail.
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Travel Tips for Spain Tour in December
1. During the Christmas holiday, some attractions, shops and restaurants may be closed, so you’d better check the opening time in advance.2. Apart from locals enjoying their holiday, there are many Northern Europeans and Germans coming to Spain in December to enjoy relatively warm winter, so your travel costs will be higher and be sure to make reservations in advance.
December Weather of Major Spain Cities
City | Temp. |
Rainfall (mm) |
Humi- dity(%) |
Sunrise/ Sunset |
Madrid |
4-10°C (39.2 - 50°F) |
56 | 74 |
08:17-08:36 / 17:49-17:59 |
Valencia |
8-17°C (46.4 - 62.6°F) |
52 | 65 |
08:01-08:20 / 17:39 -17:49 |
Barcelona |
6-14°C (42.8 - 57.2°F) |
51 | 73 |
07:56-08:15 / 17:23-17:33 |
Segovia |
2-8°C (35.6 - 46.4°F) |
50 | 77 |
08:20-08:39 / 17:49-17:59 |
Sevilla |
7-17°C (44.6 - 62.6°F) |
95 | 75 |
08:18-08:36 / 18:07-18:17 |
Granada |
2-14°C (35.6 - 57.2°F) |
53 | 76 |
08:08-08:26 / 17:58-18:08 |
Bilbao |
6-14°C (42.8 - 57.2°F) |
116 | 73 |
08:22-08:42 / 17:37-17:47 |
San Sebastián |
7-12°C (44.6 - 53.6°F) |
141 |
76 |
08:35-08:44 / 17:48-17:58 |
Salamanca |
1-9°C (33.8 - 48.2°F) |
42 | 85 |
08:35-08:55 / 17:55-18:06 |
Valladolid |
0-8°C (32 - 46.4°F) |
55 | 84 |
08:25-08:44 / 17:50-18:00 |
Malaga |
8-17°C (46.4 - 62.6°F) |
88 | 73 |
08:10-08:28 / 18:02-18:13 |
Toledo |
3-12°C (37.4 - 53.6°F) |
44 | 81 |
08:17-08:35 / 17:52-18:02 |
Córdoba |
5-15°C (41 - 59°F) |
89 | 70 |
08:14-08:33 / 18:01-18:11 |