December Weather in Alicante, Spain - 2023

Alicante is a port city and the capital of the province of Alicante. It is situated on the Mediterranean coast; in the region known as Costa Blanca. It is a small coastal city with historic and cultural significance. The ancient architecture, beaches, museums, natural parks, the old town, and the stunning promenade are the hallmarks of the city. Alicante enjoys a privileged Mediterranean climate due to its strategic location. The city offers plenty of rich cultures, diverse cuisine, and exciting nightlife and promises amazing recreational opportunities for all.

December weather in Alicante Spain

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in December in Alicante, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if December is comfortable or humid

Generally, December in Alicante will be slightly on the colder side. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 62°F / 17°C. During this month the air is quite dry. During the night, it will cool down to around 44°F / 7°C.

Alicante has some rainy days in December. You can expect around 5 rainy days, with on average 0.8 inches / 20 mm of rain during the whole month.

December weather in Alicante Spain in more detail

To get a better feeling for the type of weather, you can expect in December in Alicante, we will look at the temperature, rain, wind, humidity, water temperature, and sun and clouds

- What will the temperature be in Alicante in December

Generally, you can expect in December an average temperature of 62°F / 17°C during the day and an average of 44°F / 7°C during the night. In December, during the warmest part of the afternoon, the temperature can often get as high as 73°F / 23°C, and at the end of the night, it can get as low as 32°F / 0°C.

When looking at the whole year, January and December are the coldest months, with an average temperature of around 62°F / 17°C. July and August are the hottest months, with an average temperature of around 91°F / 33°C. When comparing December with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly lower than November, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 68°F / 20°C. And equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 62°F / 17°C.

But average temperatures only tell half of the story. It is also good to check the maximum and minimum temperatures. When looking at the whole year, July and August are the hottest months, with a temperature of around 102°F / 39°C. January is the coldest month, with a temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. When comparing December with the temperature in the month before and after, this is slightly lower than November, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 78°F / 26°C. And almost equal to January, which sees an average maximum temperature of around 71°F / 22°C.

In the following graph, you can see how many cold and hot days you can expect in Alicante each month:

- Can you expect rain in December in Alicante?

Generally, you can expect about 5 rain days in December, with on average 0.8 inches / 20 mm of rain.

When looking at the whole year, July is the dryest month, with an average rainfall of around 0 inches / 1 mmmm. November is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of around 1.1 inches / 28 mmmm. When comparing December with the month before and after, this is less than November, which sees around 1.1 inches / 28 mm of rain. And equal to January, which sees around 0.8 inches / 20 mm of rain

If we look at the number of days with rain, July is the month with the least amount of rain days with around 1 day. April is the month with the most rain days with an average of between 6 and 7 days. When comparing December with the month before and after, this is almost equal to November, which sees around 6 days of rain. And almost equal to January, which sees around 5 days of rain

- What will the water temperature be in Alicante for December

You can expect in December, the water temperature for Alicante to be between 64°F / 18°C and 59°F / 15°C.

To compare the water temperature we will use the maximum water temperature. You can expect this temperature on a more sunny day, close to the shore, when the wind does not mix the relatively warmer and colder water.

August has the highest water temperature, with an average of between 80°F / 27°C and 82°F / 28°C. February has the lowest water temperature, with an average of between 59°F / 15°C and 60°F / 16°C. When comparing the water temperature from December with the month before and after, December has a water temperature slightly lower than November, with a water temperature of around 71°F / 22°C. And slightly more than the water temperature from January, that is an average of between 59°F / 15°C and 60°F / 16°C.

- Can you expect in December a lot of sunny days in Alicante

Generally, you can expect around 12 sunny days in December and around 11 partly sunny days. The remaining days will be cloudy.

When looking at the whole year, December is the month with the highest number of sunny days, with an average of between 12 and 13 sunny days. May is the month with the lowest number of sunny days, with around 7 sunny days. When comparing December with the number of sunny days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to November, with around 11 sunny days. And almost equal to January, with an average of between 12 and 13 sunny days

We have looked at the sunny days in Alicante. Let's also look at the cloudy or overcast days. January is the month with the highest number of cloudy days, with around 8 cloudy days. July is the month with the lowest number of cloudy days, with an average of between 0 and 1 cloudy days. When comparing December with the number of cloudy days in the month before and after, it is almost equal to November, with around 7 cloudy days. And almost equal to January, with around 8 cloudy days

- Will it be comfortable in December in Alicante?

Generally, December in Alicante will have dry air, and will feel very comfortable.

We use the humidity and temperature in Alicante to calculate the Wintersun Expert Comfort level for each month. The lower the Wintersun Expert Comfort level, the more comfortable it will be. Only for certain people, extremely dry air can feel slightly uncomfortable.

When looking at the whole year, January has the lowest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "comfortable" (very dry air). July has the highest humidity, with a Wintersun Expert comfort level of "slightly uncomfortable" (moderately humid). When comparing December with the month before and after, this is more than November, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "comfortable" (very dry air). And more than January, which has a Wintersun Comfort level of "comfortable" (very dry air)

What to do in Alicante Spain in December

Alicante offers many interesting places for its visitors to explore. Some of them are listed below:

• The Beaches: Alicante's main charm is its endless beaches including the famous Playa San Juan. These splendid beaches are well equipped having restaurants, beach bars, and designated sports areas. These beautiful beaches have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag and the pristine waters make this a perfect place to go sailing and snorkeling to discover incredible marine life. 
• Castillo de Santa Bárbara or the Santa Bárbara Castle is situated 166m above sea level on the top of Mount Benacantil, overlooking the city. The tallest tower, La Torreta, is the oldest part of the castle and offers panoramic views of the region. The castle has canons, dungeons, a moat, and the ruins of a small church.
• Museums: There are many museums in Alicante which are worth a visit. The Archaeological Museum of Alicante (MARQ) exhibits artifacts dating from 100,000 years ago. Museum of Contemporary Art and Gravina Museum of Fine Arts (MUBAG) features an impressive collection of Spanish 20th-century works from artists including Picasso, Dalí, Miró, Tàpies, and Chillida.
• Explanada de España is one of the loveliest promenades in Spain. It is lined with palm trees and paved with 6.5 million marble floor tiles. It extends from the Port of Alicante and ends at the famous statue of Mark Hersch. For the locals, this is the preferred place for a traditional paseo and a venue for other forms of outdoor entertainment like musical concerts.
• Parque de La Ereta is situated on the foothills of Mount Benacantil. It includes walking trails, children's playgrounds, ponds and brooks, picnic tables, and an auditorium for concerts.
• Basílica of St Mary is the oldest active church in Alicante, Spain. It is a church built in a Gothic style between the 14th and 16th centuries over the remains of a Mosque. The Church was later promoted to the rank of a Basilica in 2007.
• Port of Alicante The Port of Alicante is a seaport on the Mediterranean Sea used for commercial and passenger traffic.  Marina Alicante on the port offers all forms of entertainment including a vibrant nightlife. The cafes, pubs, night clubs, restaurants, casinos, shops, and nautical companies offer you endless options without having to leave the port area.

Is it humid in Alicante Spain in December?

A lot of people ask interested in the humidity or relative humidity for Alicante Spain in December. But the real question they want to ask is not about humidity but the amount of moisture in the air. Or better, about comfort. Will it be comfortable in December in Alicante, or will high humidity make it uncomfortable.

To answer this question, we have to look at the dew point. Relative humidity can change a lot in Alicante during the day and night, as it changes when the amount of moisture changes and, but also when the temperature changes. It is a lot less reliable for comfort. Where the dew point only varies with the amount of moisture in the air.

Looking at the dew point, we can see that for the month of December, you can expect that Alicante will have dry air, and will feel very comfortable.

January is the month with the most comfort. It will have very dry air, and can feel somewhat uncomfortable for some people. But will be fine for most.. July is the most uncomfortable month. It will be moderately humid, and can feel slightly uncomfortable for some. In the graph, you can see that there is a significant difference between the most comfortable and most uncomfortable months

Is December a good time to go to Alicante Spain?

Trying to answer the question of whether December is a good time to go to Alicante is not as easy as it first seems. Some people like colder weather, and others prefer a warmer climate. Some are fine with some humidity, and others are not. If your location has air conditioning, the night temperature is less important.

These are some examples. I will try to answer the question with a more generic person in mind. The more detailed information in this article should be enough to check further if this applies to you as well.

If we look at the average temperature for Alicante in December, we can see that it will be on the colder side for most. In December, you can expect it to be slightly on the colder side, with an average temperature of around 62°F / 17°C. Due to the dry air, it will feel very comfortable. During the night, it will be around 44°F / 7°C.

The number of overcast days is more than 5, but you can still the sun with around 12 sunny days and 11 partly sunny days.

The last aspect we will look at is rain. You can expect around 5 rainy days, with on average 0.8 inches / 20 mm of rain during December. If it were more than five days, the location would be slightly less attractive for a shorter stay.

We have looked at the average day temperature, the night temperature, humidity, the number of overcast days, and the rain. We think that December in Alicante Spain is not the most optimal destination. But that doesn't mean it is not a good time for you to go. As said before, each visitor has their own preferences when it comes to the weather.

Does it rain all day in Alicante Spain in December?

In Alicante, it does not rain all day in December. You can expect around 5 rainy days, with on average 0.8 inches / 20 mm of rain during the month.

Another way of looking at the rain is the number of sunny days. For Alicante Spain, there are, on average 12 sunny days and 11 partly sunny days in December. That clearly shows that it is not raining all the time.

Is December the rainiest month in Alicante Spain?

December is not the month with the most rainy days, and not the month with the most rain.

To answer what the rainiest month is in Alicante, we will both look at the month with the most rain, and the month with the highest number of rainy days.

April is the month with the the highest number of rainiest days. On average, you can expect 6 days with rain. July is the month with the lowest number of rainy days, with aproximately 1 day.

April is the month with the most rain. This is not equal as the one with the most rainy days. On average, you can expect 1.1 inches / 28 mm of rain. July is the month with the least amount of rain. This is not the same month as the one with the lowest number of rainy days. You can expect approximately 0 inches / 1 mm of rain.

Is December the most sunniest month in Alicante Spain?

December is the month with the most sunny days, not the month with the most partly sunny days, and it is not the month with the lowest number of overcast days.

To answer what the sunniest month is in Alicante, we will of course look at the month with the most sunniest days, but also look at the month with the biggest number of days that are sunny or partly sunny.

December is the month with the highest number of sunny days. On average, you can expect 12 sunny days, and 11 partly suny days. May is the month with the lowest number of sunny days.

July is the month with the highest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined. While February is the month with the lowest number of sunny days and partly sunny days combined.

The last thing we will look at is the number of overcast days. July is the month with the lowest number of overcast days. While January is the month with the highest number of overcast days.

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