December · Spain
Best time to visit Potes in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Potes in December
Average temperature 9°C, 142 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.4/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 142 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Potes scores 5.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 9°C, 142 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Potes is a stone town in the Cantabrian mountains of Liébana, a gateway to the Picos de Europa.
December in Potes — middling scores, decent value
Expect 9°C (49°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
142 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.4/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Potes — 3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Potes in December?
- In December, Potes averages 9°C, 142 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Potes?
- December earns a 5.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Potes in December?
- Expect about 142 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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