December · Spain
Best time to visit Alhambra in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Alhambra in December
Average temperature 9°C, 62 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.7/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 62 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Alhambra scores 7.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 9°C, 62 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Alhambra crowns a hill above Granada, a fortified palace complex of Nasrid halls, courtyards, and the terraced Generalife gardens.
December in Alhambra: strong conditions, 8th of 12
December averages 9°C (48°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 62 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.6 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.7/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Alhambra in December?
- In December, Alhambra averages 9°C, 62 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Alhambra?
- December earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Alhambra in December?
- Expect about 62 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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