Baqueira-Beret Weather in December 2026: what to expect (0.9/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

Off-season for skiing Baqueira-Beret — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

December ranks 7 out of 12 months in Baqueira-Beret. Compared to November: −2°F daytime, 9 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

2 · low

no protection needed

Feels like

dry air

-5°

Daylight

8.9h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 28

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Baqueira-Beret is July (7.4/10), 6.5 pts higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Baqueira Beret, the largest ski resort in Spain and the Spanish Pyrenees in the Aran Valley in Catalonia: 30 permanent inhabitants (10,000 in ski season).

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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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Practical info

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 mountain stay.

Country · Spain

🗣️LanguageSpanish

💶CurrencyEuro (€)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 68°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 34°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 59%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude4921 ft

🎿Ski area4921 → 8563 ft

⛷️Ski seasonDec → May

🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep

🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended

🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days

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Location

Where is Baqueira-Beret ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Spain

Alpine mountain climate climate with a 7.4 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

42.69°N · 0.93°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Baqueira-Beret?

It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.4/10). For hiking/suiner: March (8.4/10, 4.0°F).

Can you ski in Baqueira-Beret in winter?

Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 8.1/10. Cold temperatures (1°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.

Is it warm in Baqueira-Beret in suiner?

In March, temperatures average 4.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.

What is the wettest month in Baqueira-Beret?

November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.

Do you need sun protection in Baqueira-Beret in December?

The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Baqueira-Beret (low), with about 8.9h of daylight. No protection needed.