Cuenca · WinterMonth summary
Cuenca weather in December
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
10°C – 20°C
🌧 Rainy days
82% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cuenca in December?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Cuenca in December is possible but August offers a score of 7.0/10 vs 6.0.
By trip type
Cuenca in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in December
Even in winter, Cuenca enjoys 20°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 82% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (7.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 10°C | 19°C | 83% | 5.4 | 10.5h | 5.2/10 | 3.2/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 10°C | 19°C | 89% | 6.8 | 10.2h | 4.8/10 | 3.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 10°C | 19°C | 89% | 6.2 | 9.9h | 4.7/10 | 2.9/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 10°C | 19°C | 92% | 7.4 | 10.2h | 4.6/10 | 2.9/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 10°C | 19°C | 93% | 6.6 | 10.6h | 4.7/10 | 3.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 10°C | 18°C | 85% | 5.5 | 10.2h | 4.6/10 | 3.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 9°C | 18°C | 73% | 4.1 | 10.3h | 5.3/10 | 3.5/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 8°C | 19°C | 66% | 3.0 | 10.8h | 7.0/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 9°C | 19°C | 68% | 3.3 | 11.3h | 7.0/10 | 3.8/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 9°C | 20°C | 78% | 4.9 | 11.0h | 6.4/10 | 3.3/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 10°C | 20°C | 69% | 3.8 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 | 3.6/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 10°C | 20°C | 82% | 5.3 | 11.0h | 6.0/10 | 3.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Cuenca averages 20°C, 82% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
December vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -16%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cuenca in December
Is December a good time to visit Cuenca?
Transition period with a summer score of 6.0/10 and ski score of 3.2/10. Neither the best ski nor summer season.
Does it rain a lot in Cuenca in December?
Yes, 82% of days see rain in December. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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