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Normal weather for Italy in December

It's cool in December in Italy with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.

In December, there is an average of 63 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,4 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.

Italy in December

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Temperature Average Temperature
14°C 9°C
Sun High Temp
16°C 12°C
Sun Low Temp
12°C 4°C
Rain Total Precipitation
63 mm 133 mm
Rain Rainy Days
10 days 17 days
Snow Total Snowfall
0,4 cm 9,7 cm
Snow Snowy Days
1 day 3 days

Start of December

The month of December starts in Italy with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 8°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

Mid December

By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 15°C, with nights around 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

End of December

By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Italy is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

Temperature records for Italy in December

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Daily Temperature in December in Italy

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Italy, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in December in Italy

Daily Precipitation in December in Italy

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Italy, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Italy.

Daily Precipitation in December in Italy

Daily Snowfall in December in Italy

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Italy, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.

Daily Snowfall in December in Italy

Daily UV Index in December in Italy

This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Italy, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in December in Italy

Temperature in December in Italy Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in December in Italy, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in December in Italy Over the Years

Total Precipitation in December in Italy Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Italy, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in December in Italy Over the Years

Snowfall in December in Italy per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Italy, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in December in Italy over the past years

Daily Climate in December for Italy

Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Italy. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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Average Weather in Italy by Month

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