December 28 is generally a great time to visit Sintra. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°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 28
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.5°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sintra in December
Based on historical data for December 28, Sintra typically experiences temperatures between 10°C and 14.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sintra
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1022.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Sintra Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% 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
11.3°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
08:56
☀️ Noon
13:40
🌇 Sunset
18:24
⏱️ Daylight
9h 27m
Wind Speed
22.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
7.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sintra
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 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 28 averages 14.5°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 95/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sintra Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Sintra Worth Visiting on December 28?
Planning a trip to Sintra on December 28? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.5°C with a 19% 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 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.5°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 6.7°C in 2024.