Piedmont Weather in December

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

Considering a trip to Piedmont, 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 Piedmont in December

Piedmont, Italy is a region in Italy. The weather in Piedmont in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Macugnaga at -4°C (25°F) and cold in Lerma at 9°C (48°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Lerma and -12°C (10°F) in Macugnaga.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Montafia with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Formazza with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Turin, you can expect around 109 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Piedmont by month

Best Places to Visit in Piedmont in December

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

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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 Piedmont

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

Temperature range in Piedmont (December)

Precipitation variation in Piedmont (December)

Turin

In December Turin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
109 hours
112 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Stresa

In December Stresa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
68 hours
78 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
221 mm (8.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Verbania

In December Verbania generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
121 hours
133 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
221 mm (8.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Baveno

In December Baveno generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
121 hours
133 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
225 mm (8.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Cannobio

In December Cannobio generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
121 hours
133 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Turin 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Stresa 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Verbania 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Baveno 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Cannobio 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Asti 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Piedmont weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Piedmont, Italy generally has poor weather conditions. Turin sees daytime temperatures near 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Piedmont, Italy in December?

Turin averages a daytime maximum of 8°C (46°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 0°C (32°F).

Does Piedmont, Italy get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Piedmont, Italy during December, with Turin averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Piedmont, Italy?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Piedmont, Italy with often poor weather in Turin.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Turin. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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