The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Marbella sees 17°C during the day with 5.9h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 28% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (9.5/10) is significantly better if possible.
December ranks 8 out of 12 months in Marbella. Compared to November: −2°C daytime, 5 pts more rainy days, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
10°
Sea
18°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Marbella is June (9.5/10), 2.2 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 · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.35°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 28%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Marbella ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
36.51°N · 4.88°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Marbella?
June is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.9h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Marbella get in June?
Marbella averages 9.9 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Marbella?
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 Marbella in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Marbella good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Marbella scores 6.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.2/10.
When should you avoid Marbella?
January is the most difficult month to visit Marbella, 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 Marbella in December?
In December, the sea averages 18°C in Marbella: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Marbella in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Marbella (low), with about 9.5h of daylight. No protection needed.