Monthly climate guide
Santiago de Compostela weather in December
December in Santiago de Compostela is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 13°C (55°F) and night-time lows near 7°C (45°F). The month usually brings about 169 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 70%.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Santiago de Compostela — roughly 64% more rain than average.
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- December is among Santiago de Compostela's three coolest months.
Avg high
13°C
55°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
169 mm
very wet
Humidity
90%
relative
Sky
70%
cloud · often cloudy
Santiago de Compostela weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 6°C / 43°F | 169 mm | 90% | 67% |
| February | 12°C / 54°F | 6°C / 42°F | 118 mm | 88% | 68% |
| March | 14°C / 57°F | 7°C / 44°F | 134 mm | 85% | 60% |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 8°C / 46°F | 113 mm | 83% | 62% |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 50°F | 70 mm | 81% | 55% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 53°F | 50 mm | 79% | 53% |
| July | 24°C / 76°F | 14°C / 58°F | 23 mm | 75% | 40% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 58°F | 44 mm | 74% | 43% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 46 mm | 74% | 47% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 53°F | 128 mm | 80% | 57% |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 9°C / 48°F | 169 mm | 88% | 69% |
| December | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 45°F | 169 mm | 90% | 70% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Santiago de Compostela?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Santiago de Compostela →Other Spain cities in December
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Santiago de Compostela in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Santiago de Compostela?
December is cool in Santiago de Compostela, with highs around 13°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Santiago de Compostela in December?
Average highs are about 13°C (55°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Santiago de Compostela in December?
Santiago de Compostela typically gets around 169 mm of rain in December — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Santiago de Compostela (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.