Spanish Phrase
Este diciembre está más frío de lo normal.
Meaning
It means that the current December is colder than what is typical for this month in the speaker's region. The sentence emphasizes an unusual drop in temperature.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about the weather in December and you want to compare it to the usual climate, for example in a conversation about seasonal changes or when planning winter activities.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Estediciembreestámásfríodelonormal
Demonstrative adjective (Este)
Used to point out a specific noun that is close in time or space; here it refers to the current month.
Estar for temporary states
Estar describes conditions that can change, such as weather.
Comparative with más + adjective
Use 'más' before an adjective to form a comparative meaning 'more ...'.
de lo + adjective (de lo normal)
The structure 'de lo + adjective' expresses 'than the usual/normal' and is common after comparatives.
🗨In Conversation
Este diciembre está más frío de lo normal.
This December is colder than usual.
Sí, tuve que sacar la chaqueta antes de que amaneciera.
Yes, I had to take out my jacket before sunrise.
✕Common Mistakes
Este diciembre está más frío que lo normal.
After a comparative, Spanish uses 'de lo' not 'que lo' to mean 'than the usual'.
Este diciembre es más frío de lo normal.
Use 'estar' for temporary weather conditions, not 'ser'.
Este diciembre está más frío de normal.
The article 'lo' is required before 'normal' to form the idiomatic expression.
↔Alternatives
Este diciembre hace más frío de lo habitual.
This December is colder than usual.
Este diciembre está más frío de lo que suele ser.
This December is colder than it usually is.
En este diciembre hace más frío de lo que esperábamos.
This December is colder than we expected.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries December can be warm (e.g., in parts of Mexico or the Caribbean). Saying 'más frío de lo normal' may sound surprising in those regions, so be aware of local climate norms. In Spain and most of South America, however, December is typically winter, making the comparison more natural.