Rome · December
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 13° (55°)8– (46–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)26– (79–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)26– (79–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)31 (88) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 21° (70°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 6d58mm (2.3") | 6d65mm (2.6") | 6d67mm (2.6") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 4d36mm (1.4") | 2d20mm (0.8") | 1d9mm (0.4") | 2d19mm (0.8") | 4d63mm (2.5") | 5d73mm (2.9") | 8d110mm (4.3") | 6d74mm (2.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Rome is on the cool side — with highs around 15°C (59°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 15°C (59°F) during the day and drop to 6°C (43°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (74 mm (2.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Rome in winter is Rome without the queue. 13°C (55°F), the odd rainy spell, but the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum are bearable for the first time all year. The city is full between the holidays, then pleasantly empty in January and February.
Packing list for Rome in December
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Rome?
- December is not an optimal month for Rome (Score: 39/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Rome in December?
- In December, Rome sees daily highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to 6°C (43°F), with a daily average of 10°C (50°F). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F).
- How much rain falls in Rome in December?
- In December, Rome receives an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Rome get in December?
- Rome averages 5 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Rome in December?
- Water temperature in Rome in December averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.