The 10 most beautiful historical towns in Italy
Discover Italy's top 10 historic towns, featuring breathtaking medieval architecture and deep-rooted history, ideal for enthusiasts of extraordinary cities.
During December, Erice experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and cooler nights around 11°C (52°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 77 mm (3 in) is typical.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Erice. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 16°C (61°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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The 10 most beautiful historical towns in Italy
Discover Italy's top 10 historic towns, featuring breathtaking medieval architecture and deep-rooted history, ideal for enthusiasts of extraordinary cities.
Experience mystical Assisi
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The Battle of Oranges
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The most beautiful fishing village of Italy
Portofino is the most beautiful fishing village in Italy and maybe even in the world. We absolutely recommend that you add this beautiful place to your bucket list.