Weather in Menorca in December

How December compares

December is the 9th warmest month of the year in Menorca and ranks 85th of 134 destinations we compare for December - see where else is hot in December. Within Spain it is 72nd of 87 (Spain in December). Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Menorca is 7.0°C warmer by day and 9.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in December

The typical December day in Menorca peaks at 14.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 17.0°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 12.2°C; one night in ten drops to 9.3°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 19.3°C (2019-12-13) and the coldest night 5.3°C (2017-12-03).

Rain in December

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 8 days with 1 mm or more, 54 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 2006 with 156 mm, the driest 2015 with 8 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in December

The sea averages 16.3°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 15.6°C to 17.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:57 and sets about 17:19 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 53%.

Is December a good time to visit Menorca?

December is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Menorca on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Milder than home, but still cool

The useful difference from a UK December is the milder daytime temperature, rather than any promise of heat. A light jumper and jacket are sensible starting points, with layers you can adjust when the sun appears. The warmest days reach 17°C or more, but that is a pleasant bonus rather than something to build the trip around. Evenings need an extra layer, and the coldest nights fall to around 9°C or below. This suits travellers who prefer walking in cool weather to sitting out in summer heat. If you want to pack mainly shorts and swimwear, December is the wrong fit.

Keep outdoor plans flexible

With about 8 rainy days, December calls for a waterproof jacket and plans that can change with the forecast. Rain is a meaningful part of the month, though it does not mean every day will be wet. Put your most weather-dependent plans into the clearer spells rather than fixing them too tightly in advance. Comfortable footwear that can cope with wet ground is more useful than beach sandals. Daylight is limited, so use the brighter part of the day for time outside instead of leaving it until late afternoon. The catch is straightforward: milder air than London does not guarantee a reliably sunny holiday.