Planning a trip to Karpathos in December? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +61°F and approximately 4 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 14 rainy days and 58 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
58 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Karpathos has good weather in December.
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Average temperature in Karpathos in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Karpathos for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +57°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +66°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +64°F.
Is Karpathos warm or cold in December?
Karpathos is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +66°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +63°F to +57°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Karpathos:
Water temperature in Karpathos in December
Water in Karpathos in December is Fresh. It varies from +62°F to +69°F, with an average of +65°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +61°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Karpathos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +80°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.
Can you swim in Karpathos in December?
Water temperature (+65°F) in Karpathos in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Karpathos in December
Karpathos weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+66°F
+61°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+43°F
+41°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+72°F
+68°F
Rainfall
39 mm
58 mm
63 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+68°F
+65°F
+63°F
Humidity
72%
71%
70%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
8
4
5
Cloudy days
11
11
10
Rainy days
10
14
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as good as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +66°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 39 mm to 58 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 6 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in November to 4 in December.
Next month (January) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Karpathos in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Karpathos is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Karpathos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 66 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
December is one of the rainiest months in Karpathos, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Karpathos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Karpathos?
This is the weather in Karpathos in December 2023:
1 December
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+68°F
2 December
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+68°F
3 December
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+68°F
4 December
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+67°F
5 December
☀️
+67°F
6 December
☀️
+66°F
7 December
🌧️
+66°F
8 December
🌧️
+64°F
9 December
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+60°F
10 December
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+62°F
11 December
🌧️
+65°F
12 December
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+65°F
13 December
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+67°F
14 December
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+68°F
15 December
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+68°F
16 December
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+68°F
17 December
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+65°F
18 December
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+62°F
19 December
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+63°F
20 December
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+65°F
21 December
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+65°F
22 December
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+65°F
23 December
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+65°F
24 December
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+65°F
25 December
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+65°F
26 December
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+66°F
27 December
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+65°F
28 December
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+65°F
29 December
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+64°F
30 December
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+64°F
31 December
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+64°F
In December 2023 Karpathos had 15 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Karpathos climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Karpathos in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+65°F) and the highest in 2018 (+73°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 160 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 480 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Karpathos in December:
Is December a good time to visit Karpathos?
December is a really good time to go to Karpathos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Karpathos.
Can you sunbathe in Karpathos in December?
December has mild temperatures in Karpathos. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Karpathos in December?
In general, you can swim in Karpathos in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Karpathos rainy in December?
Karpathos is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Karpathos in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Karpathos in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Karpathos, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
