Lake Garda · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 6° | 9° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 29° | 25° | 19° | 12° | 7° |
MINMIN | 0° | 2° | 5° | 9° | 13° | 18° | 20° | 19° | 16° | 11° | 6° | 1° |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 | 3h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d57mm | 5d52mm | 6d64mm | 8d78mm | 9d95mm | 7d67mm | 6d61mm | 6d72mm | 6d72mm | 6d80mm | 7d86mm | 5d54mm |
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 Lake Garda — with highs of only 7°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 7°C during the day and drop to 1°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 3 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (54 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 Lake Garda in December
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Lake Garda?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Lake Garda (Score: 34/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Lake Garda in December?
- In December, Lake Garda sees daily highs of 7°C. Nights cool to 1°C, with a daily average of 3°C.
- How much rain falls in Lake Garda in December?
- In December, Lake Garda receives an average of 54 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Lake Garda get in December?
- Lake Garda averages 3 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.