When to go · Alijó
Alijó in December
Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Jul–Aug (38 °C+ afternoons), late Dec–Feb (many quintas and boats closed or by appointment).Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Jul–Aug (100 °F+ afternoons), late Dec–Feb (many quintas and boats closed or by appointment).
Key facts
- Verdict
- Avoid
- Temperature
- 12°C54°F / 4°C39°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 14
- Crowds
- Medium
- Portugal overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Portugal overall
Verdict
Listed as a month to avoid: Jul–Aug (38 °C+ afternoons), late Dec–Feb (many quintas and boats closed or by appointment).Listed as a month to avoid: Jul–Aug (100 °F+ afternoons), late Dec–Feb (many quintas and boats closed or by appointment).
Weather in December
- AlijóHighs around 12 °C, lows around 4 °C, rain on about 14 daysHighs around 54 °F, lows around 39 °F, rain on about 14 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Portugal overall
- Medium
- Prices · Portugal overall
- Medium
Portugal overall: Christmas lights; Madeira's New Year fireworks sell out Funchal a year ahead.
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast