Florence · December
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 11° | 13° | 16° | 21° | 24° | 30° | 33° | 33° | 28° | 22° | 16° | 12° |
MINMIN | 3° | 4° | 6° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 19° | 19° | 16° | 12° | 8° | 4° |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 4 | 9h UV 6 | 11h UV 7 | 11h UV 8 | 12h UV 8 | 12h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 6 | 8h UV 5 | 7h UV 3 | 6h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 7d69mm | 6d66mm | 7d69mm | 6d56mm | 6d56mm | 4d38mm | 2d21mm | 3d32mm | 5d63mm | 7d89mm | 9d113mm | 8d88mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is the coldest winter month in Florence — with highs of only 11°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in May, June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C during the day and drop to 3°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (88 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Florence in December
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Florence?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Florence (Score: 34/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Florence in December?
- In December, Florence sees daily highs of 11°C. Nights cool to 3°C, with a daily average of 7°C.
- How much rain falls in Florence in December?
- In December, Florence receives an average of 88 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Florence get in December?
- Florence averages 6 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.