Early winter · Weather & things to do
Ronda in December
Ronda cools off: highs slip to 53°F (12°C), from 58°F in November, with lows of 43°F (6°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 69/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 53°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What December feels like
Cool days top out near 53°F (12°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 43°F (6°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (81 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Only about 9 h 30 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 30 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 76/100 in November to 69/100.
- Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Ronda in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Setenil de las Bodegas
White town with houses built under overhanging rock.
Baños Árabes
13th-century Arab baths by the old Moorish bridge.
Bardal
Two-Michelin-star tasting menus by chef Benito Gómez.
Tragatá
Benito Gómez's casual tapas bar.
Sierra de Grazalema
Limestone peaks and pine forest around the village of Grazalema.
Why now December scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in December
- Seville in December~64 mi · highs 61°F, 2.2 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Córdoba in December~82 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
- Granada in December~91 mi · highs 55°F, 2.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Fes in December~189 mi · highs 64°F, 3.7 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~238 m to Ronda's ~742 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.
Ronda in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Ronda?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 69/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 53°F (12°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Ronda in December?
Average highs are 53°F (12°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ronda in December?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.9 in (555 mm).
What should I pack for Ronda in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Ronda in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.