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Italian Riviera Weather in December

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

Considering a trip to Italian Riviera, Italy this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Italian Riviera in December

Italian Riviera, Italy is a region in Italy. December in Italian Riviera generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in La Spezia.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sanremo with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Moneglia with 162 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. La Spezia receives roughly 91 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Italian Riviera by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Italian Riviera — and find the best time to visit. (based on La Spezia)

Best Places to Visit in Italian Riviera in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Italian Riviera.

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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 Italian Riviera

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

Temperature range in Italian Riviera (December)

Precipitation variation in Italian Riviera (December)

La Spezia

In December La Spezia generally has moderate 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
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
91 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Portofino

In December Portofino generally has moderate 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
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
112 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Levanto

In December Levanto generally has moderate 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
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
91 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
152 mm (6 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Imperia

In December Imperia 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
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
144 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Sanremo

In December Sanremo 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
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
144 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Spezia 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Portofino 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Levanto 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Imperia 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Sanremo 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Rapallo 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)

Italian Riviera weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Italian Riviera, Italy in December?

December in Italian Riviera, Italy brings poor weather. In La Spezia, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Italian Riviera, Italy in December?

Daytime temperatures in La Spezia peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in December, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Italian Riviera, Italy get a lot of rain in December?

La Spezia typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 154 mm (6.1 in) on average across Italian Riviera, Italy.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Italian Riviera, Italy?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Italian Riviera, Italy with often poor weather in La Spezia.

On average, the best time to visit Italian Riviera, Italy is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in La Spezia. On the other hand, the months of January, February, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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