Early winter · Weather & things to do
Coimbra in December
Coimbra cools off: highs slip to 57°F (14°C), from 63°F in November, with lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 72/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (100 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What December feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 57°F (14°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 42°F (6°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.9 in (100 mm).
Only about 9 h 09 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 09 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in November to 72/100.
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Coimbra in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Parque Verde do Mondego
Riverside park and boardwalk along both banks of the Mondego.
Why now December scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
University of Coimbra
Hilltop university founded in 1290, with a clock tower and courtyard views.
Fado ao Centro
Nightly short show of Coimbra fado, sung by men in student capes.
Mosteiro de Santa Cruz
Monastery holding the tombs of Portugal's first two kings.
Pedro dos Leitões
Roast suckling pig specialist in Mealhada, 20 km north.
Nearby in December
- Porto in December~67 mi · highs 56°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Lisbon in December~109 mi · highs 59°F, 2.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Seville in December~234 mi · highs 61°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Córdoba in December~252 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~425 m to Coimbra's ~42 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Coimbra in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Coimbra?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 72/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – June and September. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Coimbra in December?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Coimbra in December?
Some: about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (846 mm).
What should I pack for Coimbra in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Coimbra in December?
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