December could be a good time to visit Naxos, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +61°F, and there are typically 5 sunny days in December. However, expect about 14 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 72 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Naxos has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Naxos in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Naxos for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in December is +64°F with a maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +50°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +64°F.
Is Naxos warm or cold in December?
Naxos 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 +61°F to +55°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 Naxos:
Water temperature in Naxos in December
Water in Naxos in December is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +66°F, with an average of +63°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 Naxos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Naxos in December?
Water temperature (+63°F) in Naxos 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 Naxos in December
Naxos weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+61°F
+57°F
Min. temperature
+41°F
+39°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+79°F
+72°F
Rainfall
46 mm
72 mm
80 mm
Wind
6 m/s
6 m/s
7 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F
+63°F
+62°F
Humidity
74%
73%
72%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
7
5
5
Cloudy days
12
11
11
Rainy days
9
14
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November.It’s getting colder in December. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 46 mm to 72 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 6 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in November to 5 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Naxos in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Naxos is gradually decreasing during December, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Naxos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in December is about 87 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Naxos, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Naxos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 80 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 Naxos?
This is the weather in Naxos in December 2023:
1 December
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+70°F
2 December
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+70°F
3 December
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+71°F
4 December
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+70°F
5 December
☀️
+65°F
6 December
☁️
+68°F
7 December
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+66°F
8 December
🌧️
+61°F
9 December
🌧️
+57°F
10 December
☁️
+62°F
11 December
☀️
+63°F
12 December
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+67°F
13 December
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+67°F
14 December
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+71°F
15 December
☀️
+72°F
16 December
🌧️
+66°F
17 December
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+58°F
18 December
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+60°F
19 December
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+64°F
20 December
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+65°F
21 December
🌧️
+62°F
22 December
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+64°F
23 December
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+66°F
24 December
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+65°F
25 December
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+65°F
26 December
☁️
+65°F
27 December
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+66°F
28 December
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+65°F
29 December
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+65°F
30 December
☁️
+64°F
31 December
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+64°F
In December 2023 Naxos had 17 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 57%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Naxos climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Naxos in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+65°F) and the highest in 2010 (+72°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 157 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1104 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Naxos in December:
Is December a good time to visit Naxos?
It’s always a good time to visit Naxos, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Naxos in December?
December has mild temperatures in Naxos. 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 Naxos in December?
In general, you can swim in Naxos in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +63°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Naxos rainy in December?
Naxos 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 Naxos in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Naxos 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 Naxos, 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.
