Best Beaches in Portugal in December

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These are the best beaches in Portugal in December, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Here we list the top beaches based on the average weather conditions and sea temperature.

Best Beach Destinations in Portugal in December

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 55% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.3 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Amado. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (65°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Amado for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 55% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.3 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Beliche. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Beliche for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 55% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.3 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Castelejo. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Castelejo for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia da Marinha. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia da Marinha for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia de Benagil. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia de Benagil for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Carvalho. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Carvalho for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia Dona Ana. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia Dona Ana for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia da Luz. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia da Luz for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia da Rocha. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia da Rocha for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Vale de Centianes. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Vale de Centianes for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Meia Praia. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Meia Praia for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    4.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 51% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Barril. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Barril for prolonged periods of time.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (62°F) Sea
    5.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 52% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.0 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia dos Olhos de Agua. Sea temperatures are a cold 17°C (62°F). December is too cold for swimming in Praia dos Olhos de Agua for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

  • 17°C (63°F) Air
    17°C (62°F) Sea
    5.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.7 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 52% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.0 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia da Falésia. Sea temperatures are a cold 17°C (62°F). December is too cold for swimming in Praia da Falésia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

  • 15°C (58°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    8.2 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (58°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.3 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.5cm (0.2inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia do Guincho. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia do Guincho for prolonged periods of time.

  • 14°C (58°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    8.8 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (58°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.4 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 0.2cm (0.1inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia de Odeceixe. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia de Odeceixe for prolonged periods of time.

  • 15°C (58°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    4.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.6 Days of Rain

    December has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (58°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 52% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 1.3cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is not a good time for sunbathing in Praia da Nazare. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Praia da Nazare for prolonged periods of time.

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