Peniche – Baleal in December
December is a good month for surfing at Peniche – Baleal (best: January–March).
Plan your trip to Peniche – BalealEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.9 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 16°C by day, 11°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 12 rainy days
Peniche – BalealLeiria, PortugalBeginner-friendly · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ LIS 68 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in December
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Fuerteventura – Flag BeachSpain · 1254 km away · water 21°C2.2 m waves2
Fuerteventura – El CotilloSpain · 1265 km away · water 21°C2.2 m waves3
TaghazoutMorocco · 982 km away · water 18°C2.3 m waves4Taghazout – Anchor PointMorocco · 982 km away · water 18°C2.3 m waves5
ImsouaneMorocco · 950 km away · water 18°C2.4 m waves6
SafiMorocco · 784 km away · water 18°C2.4 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in December →Schools and camps near Peniche – Baleal
- Spot de Surf Lagido 0.3 km
- Spot de Surf Cantinho da Bahía 0.5 km
- Praia do Baleal Campismo 0.7 km
- Spot de Surf 1 km
- Spot Surf 2.1 km
- Pesqueiro dos Viveiros 3.1 km
- The Surfcastle 0.1 km
- Surfers Lodge Peniche 0.6 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is December a good time for surfing at Peniche – Baleal?
December is a good month for surfing at Peniche – Baleal (best: January–March). Waves 2.9 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 16°C.
How warm is the water at Peniche – Baleal in December?
About 16°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Peniche – Baleal in December?
About 2.9 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Peniche – Baleal in December?
Around 16°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 12 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in December?
Within 1,500 km: Fuerteventura – Flag Beach (2.2 m waves), Fuerteventura – El Cotillo (2.2 m waves) & Taghazout (2.3 m waves).