Elba Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Elba, Italy in December.

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Portoferraio Capoliveri Marina di Campo Porto Azzurro

Planning a getaway to Elba, Italy 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 to Expect in Elba in December

Elba, Italy is a region in Italy. December in Elba generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Portoferraio.

For a closer look at conditions across Elba, Italy, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pomonte with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Cavo with 93 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Portoferraio gets approximately 138 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Elba 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 Elba

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Elba, Italy?

Temperature range in Elba (December)

Precipitation variation in Elba (December)

Portoferraio

In December Portoferraio generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
138 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Portoferraio →

Capoliveri

In December Capoliveri generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Capoliveri →

Marina di Campo

In December Marina di Campo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
138 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Marina di Campo →

Porto Azzurro

In December Porto Azzurro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Porto Azzurro →

Rio Marina

In December Rio Marina 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
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Rio Marina →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Elba in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portoferraio 15°C (59°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Capoliveri 15°C (59°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Marina di Campo 15°C (59°F) 12°C (54°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Porto Azzurro 15°C (59°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Rio Marina 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Rio nellʼElba 15°C (59°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Elba weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Elba, Italy in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Elba, Italy in December. The popular destination of Portoferraio averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Elba, Italy in December?

In Portoferraio, the average daytime high in December is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Elba, Italy get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Elba, Italy during December, with Portoferraio averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Elba, Italy?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Elba, Italy due to the typically tolerable weather in Portoferraio.

On average, the best time to visit Elba, Italy is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Portoferraio. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be tolerable.

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