Puglia (Apulia) Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Puglia (Apulia), Italy in December.

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Gallipoli Lecce Ostuni Porto Cesareo

Are you planning a trip a to Puglia (Apulia), Italy in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Puglia (Apulia) in December

Puglia (Apulia), Italy is a region in Italy. December in Puglia (Apulia) generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Bovino to 16°C (61°F) in Torchiarolo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Torchiarolo and 4°C (39°F) in Bovino.

For specific regional insights in Puglia (Apulia), Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Orta Nova with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Leuca with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Gallipoli typically sees 111 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Puglia (Apulia) in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Puglia (Apulia)

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Puglia (Apulia), Italy?

Temperature range in Puglia (Apulia) (December)

Precipitation variation in Puglia (Apulia) (December)

Gallipoli

In December Gallipoli generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
111 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Gallipoli →

Lecce

In December Lecce generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
111 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lecce →

Ostuni

In December Ostuni generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
112 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ostuni →

Porto Cesareo

In December Porto Cesareo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
111 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Porto Cesareo →

Monopoli

In December Monopoli generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Monopoli →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Puglia (Apulia) in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gallipoli 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Lecce 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Ostuni 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Porto Cesareo 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Monopoli 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Polignano a Mare 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Puglia (Apulia) weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Puglia (Apulia), Italy in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Puglia (Apulia), Italy in December. The popular destination of Gallipoli averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Puglia (Apulia), Italy in December?

Gallipoli averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Puglia (Apulia), Italy get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Gallipoli averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Puglia (Apulia), Italy.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Puglia (Apulia), Italy?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Puglia (Apulia), Italy with often tolerable weather in Gallipoli.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Gallipoli. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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