December 16 is generally a great time to visit Sintra. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Sintra right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Sintra
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Sintra Weather Forecast for December 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.4°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sintra in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Sintra typically experiences temperatures between 9.9°C and 14.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sintra
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 1.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
57%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.4 hPa
High volatility
Sintra Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% 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
10.8°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
High
87/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~297
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sintra
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:50
☀️ Noon
13:34
🌇 Sunset
18:18
⏱️ Daylight
9h 27m
Wind Speed
23.1 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sintra
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sintra on December 16 averages 14.4°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sintra Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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December 11
14.9°C • 29% rain
Score
94
December 12
14.9°C • 28% rain
Score
94
December 21
14.7°C • 26% rain
Score
94
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📍 Is Sintra Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Sintra on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.4°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 297 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.6°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to 6.5°C in 2021.