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Spain in December

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

That early-December bridge is the busiest domestic weekend of the winter; after it, the cities stay quiet until the Christmas week itself.

Is December a good time to visit Spain?

December sits mid-range in Spain — around 48/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

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What closes and what fills up in December

  • Constitution Day, 6 December, and Immaculate Conception, 8 December — the puente de diciembre
  • Christmas and New Year

Spain city by city in December

The same month can feel very different depending where you are.

City Crowd High Wet days
Mallorca 26 17°C 6
Granada 46 14°C 7
Córdoba 46 16°C 7
Valencia 48 18°C 4
Seville 50 17°C 8
Barcelona 56 15°C 5
Málaga 56 18°C 6
Madrid 58 11°C 7

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How December compares across the year

Frequently asked questions

Is December a good month to visit Spain?

December sits mid-range in Spain — around 48/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

How busy is Spain in December?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Spain sits near 48/100 in December. The calmest of them is Mallorca.

What is the weather like in Spain in December?

Expect average highs near 16°C and lows near 6°C, with roughly 6 wet days — though Spain varies by region.

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