Early winter · Weather & things to do
Córdoba in December
Córdoba cools off: highs slip to 60°F (15°C), from 65°F in November, with lows of 40°F (5°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 60°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are mild at around 60°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 40°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (62 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 23 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – May and October & November).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 23 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 91/100 in November to 83/100.
- Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 40°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Córdoba in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Medina Azahara
Ruins of a 10th-century caliphal palace city, UNESCO-listed, 8 km west.
Mezquita-Catedral
Great mosque of red-and-white arches with a Renaissance cathedral built inside.
Judería and Calleja de las Flores
Old Jewish quarter of whitewashed lanes, a medieval synagogue and pot-lined alleys.
Taberna Salinas
Old tavern serving salmorejo, aubergine with honey and stews around a patio.
Why now December scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bodegas Campos
Historic winery and tavern with barrels signed by famous visitors.
Nearby in December
- Seville in December~74 mi · highs 61°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Granada in December~81 mi · highs 55°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Ronda in December~82 mi · highs 53°F, 3.2 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Lisbon in December~243 mi · highs 59°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~409 m to Córdoba's ~133 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.
Córdoba in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Córdoba?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 92 in February – May and October & November. Expect highs of 60°F (15°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Córdoba in December?
Average highs are 60°F (15°C) and average lows 40°F (5°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Córdoba in December?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.1 in (484 mm).
What should I pack for Córdoba in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 40°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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