Lisbon vs Toronto

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lisbon edges ahead as the better destination in December. Lisbon offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Toronto sees 5 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Lisbon is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Toronto is cooler at 3°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lisbon is the stronger choice in December. Lisbon receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

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.

Toronto averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. There is a notable 11°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Lisbon receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Toronto sees 62 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Lisbon the drier option by 1 rain day and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.