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Portugal in December
Prices climb sharply around Christmas and New Year's; book restaurants for consoada dinner ahead.
What to expect in Portugal in December
December brings mild weather to Portugal, with daytime highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows near 8°C (46°F). Skies are typically moderately wet, with about 105 mm of rainfall on average. Prices climb sharply around Christmas and New Year's; book restaurants for consoada dinner ahead..
Crowds are manageable in December — busy in popular areas but not overwhelming. Prices sit in the shoulder-season range — not the cheapest, but well off peak. Peak season runs July–August, for context.
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