Basilicata weather in December
Planning a getaway to Basilicata this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Basilicata in December?
Basilicata is a region in Italy. December in Basilicata generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Marsico Nuovo at 10°C to moderate in Marina di Pisticci at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Marina di Pisticci and 2°C in Marsico Nuovo.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Miglionico with an average of 61 mm to high rainfall in Maratea with 131 mm.
For specific regional insights in Basilicata for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Basilicata climate page.
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Average weather in Matera
In December Matera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Maratea
In December Maratea generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Gravina in Puglia
In December Gravina in Puglia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Potenza
In December Potenza generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Metaponto
In December Metaponto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Basilicata, in Italy.
Is December the best time to visit Basilicata?
In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Basilicata with overall tolerable weather in Matera. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Matera. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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