Weather in Magaluf in December

How December compares

December is the 10th warmest month of the year in Magaluf. Within Spain it is 62nd of 87 (Spain in December). Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Magaluf is 7.4°C warmer by day and 9.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in December

The typical December day in Magaluf peaks at 15.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 17.5°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 12.1°C; one night in ten drops to 9.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day here reached 19.8°C (2000-12-08) and the coldest night 5.4°C (2017-12-01).

Rain in December

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 38 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 2009 with 95 mm, the driest 2012 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in December

The sea averages 16.4°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.7°C to 17.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:03 and sets about 17:27 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 50%.

Is December a good time to visit Magaluf?

December is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Magaluf on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Comfortable for walking, too cool for a beach-led trip

The daytime temperature is better suited to walking than sitting still in swimwear. Even the warmer December days, reaching 17.5°C or more, offer mild rather than hot conditions, so there is little reason to plan around avoiding midday heat. Use the warmer part of the day for time outdoors, and pack a jumper and jacket for evenings. Colder nights can fall to 9.4°C or below, making light summer clothing a poor choice on its own. The sea is the bigger limitation: at 16.4°C, it is cold rather than merely refreshing. If comfortable sea swimming is central to your holiday, December is not a good fit.

Make the most of the daylight and keep plans flexible

December brings about 4.7 hours of sunshine a day within 9.2 hours of daylight, so there is scope for bright spells but not long summer-style days outdoors. Plan your main walk or time by the sea while it is light, rather than leaving it until late afternoon. About 6 rainy days mean rain is a consideration, not a reason to assume the whole trip will be wet. A waterproof outer layer is sensible, alongside shoes you are comfortable wearing in showers. Keep outdoor plans movable and have something indoors in mind for wet spells. This month suits travellers who can enjoy mild conditions without needing reliable sunshine.