Emilia-Romagna Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Emilia-Romagna, Italy in December.

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Planning a getaway to Emilia-Romagna, 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 Emilia-Romagna in December

Emilia-Romagna, Italy is a region in Italy. December in Emilia-Romagna generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Montecreto to 12°C (54°F) in Cattolica. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Cattolica and 0°C (32°F) in Montecreto.

For specific regional insights in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Voghenza with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to high rainfall in Albareto with 141 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Rimini experiences about 75 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Best Places to Visit in Emilia-Romagna 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 Emilia-Romagna

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

Temperature range in Emilia-Romagna (December)

Precipitation variation in Emilia-Romagna (December)

Rimini

In December Rimini generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
75 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Rimini →

Bologna

In December Bologna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
76 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Bologna →

Riccione

In December Riccione generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
75 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Riccione →

Cesenatico

In December Cesenatico generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
75 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Cesenatico →

Bellaria-Igea Marina

In December Bellaria-Igea Marina generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
75 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bellaria-Igea Marina →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Emilia-Romagna in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rimini 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Bologna 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Riccione 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Cesenatico 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Bellaria-Igea Marina 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Cattolica 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Emilia-Romagna weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Emilia-Romagna, Italy in December?

Emilia-Romagna, Italy typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Rimini average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Emilia-Romagna, Italy in December?

Average temperatures in Emilia-Romagna, Italy during December range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Rimini.

Does Emilia-Romagna, Italy get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Rimini averages just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Emilia-Romagna, Italy.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Emilia-Romagna, Italy?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Emilia-Romagna, Italy due to the typically unpleasant weather in Rimini.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Rimini. In contrast, January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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