Sardinia · 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 | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 32° (90°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)29 (84) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)19 (66) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 8h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 8h | 6h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 19° (66°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d37mm (1.5") | 4d30mm (1.2") | 4d33mm (1.3") | 4d41mm (1.6") | 3d28mm (1.1") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 3d37mm (1.4") | 3d42mm (1.6") | 7d69mm (2.7") | 6d42mm (1.6") |
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 Sardinia is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C (61°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F), cooling to 8°C (46°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (42 mm (1.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 15°C (59°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.
Sardinia in hibernation — with the Sartiglia in Oristano as the exception: this carnival jousting tournament, held since the 14th century, is one of the most spectacular festivals in Italy. The Costa Smeralda is eerily empty.
Packing list for Sardinia in December
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Sardinia?
- December is not an optimal month for Sardinia (Score: 43/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Sardinia in December?
- In December, Sardinia sees daily highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to 8°C (46°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F).
- How much rain falls in Sardinia in December?
- In December, Sardinia receives an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Sardinia get in December?
- Sardinia averages 5 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sardinia in December?
- Water temperature in Sardinia in December averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.