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Liguria Weather in December

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

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Thinking about venturing to Liguria, Italy this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Liguria in December

Liguria, Italy is a region in Italy. December in Liguria generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Santo Stefano dʼAveto at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Portovenere at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Portovenere and 1°C (34°F) in Santo Stefano dʼAveto.

For specific regional insights in Liguria, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bussana Nuova with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Marinella di Sarzana with 169 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. La Spezia receives around 91 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Liguria in December

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

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 Liguria

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

Temperature range in Liguria (December)

Precipitation variation in Liguria (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 »
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
poor
poor
poor
Climate in La Spezia →

Genoa

In December Genoa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
112 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Genoa →

Lerici

In December Lerici generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy 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
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
91 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lerici →

Diano Marina

In December Diano Marina 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 »
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
138 mm (5.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Diano Marina →

Pietra Ligure

In December Pietra Ligure generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
112 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Pietra Ligure →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Spezia 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Genoa 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Lerici 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Diano Marina 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Pietra Ligure 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Sarzana 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)

Liguria weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Liguria, Italy generally has poor weather conditions. La Spezia sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Liguria, 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 Liguria, 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 Liguria, Italy.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Liguria, Italy?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in La Spezia, December may not be the ideal time to visit Liguria, Italy.

On average, the best time to visit Liguria, Italy is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in La Spezia. The weather in January, February, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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