Early winter · Weather & things to do
Granada in December
Granada cools off: highs slip to 55°F (13°C), from 60°F in November, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 77/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (53 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What December feels like
Highs near 55°F (13°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 41°F (5°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.1 in (53 mm) for the month.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 27 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September & October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 27 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in November to 77/100.
- 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 eveningslows near 41°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Granada in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Sierra Nevada
Mainland Spain's highest range; ski in winter, hike in summer, 45 minutes away.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter or summer.
Carrera del Darro
Riverside street below the Alhambra lined with stone bridges and old facades.
Why now December scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Los Diamantes
Busy bar for fried fish and seafood tapas.
Mirador de San Nicolás
Plaza in the Albaicín with a direct view of the Alhambra and mountains.
Why now Highs near 55°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Royal Chapel of Granada
Burial place of Ferdinand and Isabella beside the cathedral.
Nearby in December
- Córdoba in December~81 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Ronda in December~91 mi · highs 53°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Seville in December~132 mi · highs 61°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Fes in December~232 mi · highs 64°F, 3.7 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
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.
Granada in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Granada?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 77/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain. Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Granada in December?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Granada in December?
Not much: about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.7 in (400 mm).
What should I pack for Granada in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 41°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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