December 17 is generally a great time to visit Malaga. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Malaga is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Malaga
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Language
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Malaga Weather Forecast for December 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.2°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Malaga in December
Based on historical data for December 17, Malaga typically experiences temperatures between 10.3°C and 16.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Malaga
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Malaga Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Busy
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~288
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Malaga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:25
☀️ Noon
13:15
🌇 Sunset
18:04
⏱️ Daylight
9h 39m
Wind Speed
14.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Malaga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Malaga on December 17 averages 16.2°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Malaga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 10
17.2°C • 15% rain
Score
99
December 11
17°C • 15% rain
Score
94
December 12
16.9°C • 17% rain
Score
93
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📍 Is Malaga Worth Visiting on December 17?
Planning a trip to Malaga on December 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.2°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 288 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.91m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.5°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to 6.8°C in 2017.