Weather Comparison
Lisbon vs Seville
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
December Weather: Lisbon vs Seville
| Metric | Lisbon | Seville | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 14°C (57°F) | 16°C (61°F)▲ | Seville |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Lisbon |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days | 7 days▲ | Seville |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 79 mm | 76 mm▲ | Seville |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 7h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1▲ | 2 | Lisbon |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 22 km/h | 14 km/h▲ | Seville |
Which City is Better in December?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seville edges ahead as the better destination in December. Seville offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Lisbon sees 7 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.
Lisbon is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Seville is also comfortable at 16°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seville is the stronger choice in December.
Temperature Comparison in December
Lisbon reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Seville averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Rainfall Comparison in December
Lisbon receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Seville sees 76 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Seville the drier option by 2 rain days and 3 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Lisbon vs Seville
Packing for Lisbon in December
Highs of 14°C, lows of 10°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Seville in December
Highs of 16°C, lows of 8°C, 7 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during December.
Year-Round Comparison: Lisbon vs Seville
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Lisbon | Seville | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 14°C | 9d | 15°C | 6d |
| Feb | 14°C | 8d | 17°C | 5d |
| Mar | 17°C | 8d | 20°C | 7d |
| Apr | 18°C | 8d | 22°C | 7d |
| May | 21°C | 6d | 26°C | 5d |
| Jun | 24°C | 2d | 32°C | 1d |
| Jul | 26°C | 1d | 35°C | 0d |
| Aug | 27°C | 1d | 35°C | 0d |
| Sep | 25°C | 4d | 30°C | 4d |
| Oct | 21°C | 9d | 25°C | 7d |
| Nov | 17°C | 10d | 19°C | 7d |
| Dec | 14°C | 9d | 16°C | 7d |
Lisbon Weather in December
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