Gargano Peninsula Weather in December

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

Planning a journey to the Gargano Peninsula, Italy this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Gargano Peninsula in December

The Gargano Peninsula, Italy is a region in Italy. December in the Gargano Peninsula generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Vieste.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Gargano Peninsula, Italy, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Manfredonia with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Rodi Garganico with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Vieste receives about 115 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Gargano Peninsula by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Gargano Peninsula — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vieste)

Best Places to Visit in the Gargano Peninsula in December

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Gargano Peninsula

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

Temperature range in the Gargano Peninsula (December)

Precipitation variation in the Gargano Peninsula (December)

Vieste

In December Vieste generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
115 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Peschici

In December Peschici generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
115 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Mattinata

In December Mattinata generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
115 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

San Giovanni Rotondo

In December San Giovanni Rotondo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
115 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Rodi Garganico

In December Rodi Garganico generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
115 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Gargano Peninsula in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vieste 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Peschici 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Mattinata 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 76 mm (3 in)
San Giovanni Rotondo 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Rodi Garganico 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Monte SantʼAngelo 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

The Gargano Peninsula weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gargano Peninsula, Italy in December?

In December, the Gargano Peninsula, Italy generally has tolerable weather conditions. Vieste sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in the Gargano Peninsula, Italy in December?

Daytime temperatures in Vieste peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in December, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does the Gargano Peninsula, Italy get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Gargano Peninsula, Italy during December, with Vieste averaging close to 77 mm (3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Gargano Peninsula, Italy?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Vieste, December might be a good time to visit the Gargano Peninsula, Italy. 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 Vieste. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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