Granada · December
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 14° | 15° | 18° | 22° | 27° | 32° | 36° | 36° | 30° | 25° | 18° | 15° |
MINMIN | 1° | 3° | 5° | 8° | 11° | 15° | 18° | 18° | 15° | 11° | 5° | 2° |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d37mm | 5d43mm | 5d51mm | 4d36mm | 3d26mm | 1d10mm | 0d1mm | 0d2mm | 2d25mm | 4d39mm | 4d54mm | 4d39mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Granada is on the cool side — with highs around 15°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 15°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (39 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Granada in December
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Granada?
- December is not an optimal month for Granada (Score: 47/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Granada in December?
- In December, Granada sees daily highs of 15°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 7°C.
- How much rain falls in Granada in December?
- In December, Granada receives an average of 39 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Granada get in December?
- Granada averages 6 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.