The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Gibraltar sees 16°C during the day with 4.3h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
December ranks 11 out of 12 months in Gibraltar. Compared to November: −3°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
10°
Sea
18°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Gibraltar is July (9.7/10), 5.3 pts higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Gibraltar
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyLivre de Gibraltar (£)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 15°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 26%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Gibraltar ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GibraltarTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.7 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.14°N · 5.35°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gibraltar?
July is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 10.5h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Gibraltar get in July?
Gibraltar averages 10.5 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Gibraltar?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Gibraltar in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Gibraltar good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gibraltar scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.6/10.
When should you avoid Gibraltar?
January is the most difficult month to visit Gibraltar, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Gibraltar in December?
In December, the sea averages 18°C in Gibraltar: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gibraltar in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Gibraltar (moderate), with about 9.6h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.