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Istria Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Istria, Croatia in December.

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Planning a getaway to Istria, Croatia 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 Istria in December

Istria, Croatia is a region in Croatia. December in Istria generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Jurdani at 7°C (45°F) to mild in Premantura at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Premantura and 1°C (34°F) in Jurdani.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Istria, Croatia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Rovinj with an average of 101 mm (4 in) to heavy rainfall in Mošćenička Draga with 190 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Pula gets roughly 90 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Istria 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 Istria

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Istria, Croatia?

Temperature range in Istria (December)

Precipitation variation in Istria (December)

Pula

In December Pula generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor 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)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
90 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Pula →

Rovinj

In December Rovinj generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor 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
110 hours
95 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Rovinj →

Poreč

In December Poreč generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
95 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Poreč →

Medulin

In December Medulin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
90 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Medulin →

Umag

In December Umag generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
95 hours
102 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Umag →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pula 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Rovinj 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Poreč 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Medulin 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Umag 11°C (52°F) 8°C (46°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Fažana 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)

Istria weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Istria, Croatia in December?

Expect poor weather across Istria, Croatia in December. The popular destination of Pula averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Istria, Croatia in December?

Average temperatures in Istria, Croatia during December range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Pula.

Does Istria, Croatia get a lot of rain in December?

Pula typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 117 mm (4.6 in) on average across Istria, Croatia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Istria, Croatia?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Istria, Croatia due to the typically poor weather in Pula.

On average, the best time to visit Istria, Croatia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Pula. On the other hand, the months of January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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