December · Spain
Best time to visit Mijas in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mijas in December
Average temperature 11°C, 68 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.5/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 68 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Mijas scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 68 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mijas is a whitewashed village above Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol, known for its donkey taxis and sea views.
December holds up well in Mijas — 10th best month
December averages 11°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 68 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.5/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 10/10 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.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mijas in December?
- In December, Mijas averages 11°C, 68 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Mijas?
- December earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mijas in December?
- Expect about 68 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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