ItalyThe weather in December in Rome
It's cool in December in Rome 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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Rome, Italy. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 20°C in 2023, Rome reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
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.
Daily weather in December for Rome
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rome. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Rome | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 63 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,4 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Rome with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
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.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Rome 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.
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Rome, Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Rome
Temperature in December in Rome over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Rome, Italy. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Rome
Total precipitation in December in Rome over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Rome
Snowfall in December in Rome per year
Daily UV index in December in Rome
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Rome, 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.
Weather experiences in December in Rome
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There was some sunshine with moderate temperatures around 15 degrees. Although the weather was not always sunny, the slight Italian winter chill made the experience refreshing and authentic.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Rome by month
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