Weather for Malaga in December is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +61°F during the day, and approximately 13 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in December around 56 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the wettest month of the year in Malaga;
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
56 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malaga has good weather in December.
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Average temperature in Malaga in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malaga for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in December is +63°F with a maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +48°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +63°F.
Is Malaga warm or cold in December?
Malaga is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +64°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +54°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
December is one of the coolest months in Malaga, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Malaga in December
Water in Malaga in December is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +64°F, with an average of +62°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 Malaga are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +60°F.
Can you swim in Malaga in December?
Water temperature (+62°F) in Malaga 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 Malaga in December
Malaga weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+61°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+37°F
+36°F
Max. temperature
+82°F
+73°F
+77°F
Rainfall
66 mm
56 mm
56 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F
+62°F
+61°F
Humidity
71%
72%
70%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1020 HPa
1021 HPa
Sunny days
13
13
14
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
9
9
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as good as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 66 mm to 56 mm.Humidity rises from 71% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 13 sunny days during the month.
January brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Malaga in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Malaga is gradually increasing during December, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Malaga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in December is about 30 mm, with a 16% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 5 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
December is one of the rainiest months in Malaga, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Malaga wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 66 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Malaga?
This is the weather in Malaga in December 2023:
1 December
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+63°F
2 December
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+61°F
3 December
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+59°F
4 December
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+60°F
5 December
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+60°F
6 December
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+58°F
7 December
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+64°F
8 December
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+65°F
9 December
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+67°F
10 December
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+66°F
11 December
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+69°F
12 December
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+73°F
13 December
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+63°F
14 December
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+62°F
15 December
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+60°F
16 December
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+60°F
17 December
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+58°F
18 December
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+58°F
19 December
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+61°F
20 December
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+60°F
21 December
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+62°F
22 December
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+63°F
23 December
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+62°F
24 December
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+62°F
25 December
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+61°F
26 December
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+60°F
27 December
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+58°F
28 December
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+59°F
29 December
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+62°F
30 December
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+65°F
31 December
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+63°F
In December 2023 Malaga had 25 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Malaga climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Malaga in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+67°F) and the highest in 2022 (+75°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 215 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 768 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Malaga in December:
Is December a good time to visit Malaga?
December is a really good time to go to Malaga. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Malaga.
Can you sunbathe in Malaga in December?
December has mild temperatures in Malaga. 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 Malaga in December?
In general, you can swim in Malaga in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Malaga rainy in December?
Malaga 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 Malaga in December?
The amount of sunny days in Malaga during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Malaga, 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.
