Cortona weather in December (Tuscany, Italy)

Thinking of visiting Cortona in December? Check the weather first! See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Cortona includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 10°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 3°C.

Precipitation

Cortona in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 93 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cortona. May, June and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cortona climate page with graphs.

 

Cortona, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 33% *  

Data from: Perugia, Italy (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Italy in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cortona.

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