Early winter · Weather & things to do
Girona in December
Girona cools off: highs slip to 56°F (13°C), from 61°F in November, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 72/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What December feels like
Days are mild at around 56°F (13°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 45°F (7°C).
About 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's December.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 57 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 57 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 79/100 in November to 72/100.
- Our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends May – Jun, Sep, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Girona in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Pont de les Peixateries Velles
Red iron footbridge from Eiffel's firm, framing the colored riverside houses.
Call Jueu
Old Jewish quarter with a museum on Catalan Jewish history.
La Garrina
Natural wine bar with a courtyard and Catalan bottles.
Rocambolesc
Ice cream shop by Jordi Roca with playful toppings.
Lake Banyoles
Natural lake with a shady walking loop and rowing boats.
Why now December scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in December
- Calella de Palafrugell in December~20 mi · highs 56°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cadaqués in December~32 mi · highs 55°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Barcelona in December~53 mi · highs 57°F, 1.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Avignon in December~169 mi · highs 51°F, 2.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Girona in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Girona?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 72/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain. Our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends May – Jun, Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Girona in December?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Girona in December?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.7 in (652 mm).
What should I pack for Girona in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Girona in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.