Sardinia Weather in December

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

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Alghero Cagliari San Teodoro Castelsardo

Planning a journey to Sardinia, 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 Sardinia in December

Sardinia, Italy is a region in Italy. December in Sardinia generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Fonni to 17°C (63°F) in Castiadas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Castiadas and 4°C (39°F) in Fonni.

To explore the conditions in Sardinia, Italy in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Castiadas with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in Magomadas with 100 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Alghero as an example - it receives around 111 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Sardinia 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 Sardinia

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

Temperature range in Sardinia (December)

Precipitation variation in Sardinia (December)

Alghero

In December Alghero generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
111 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Alghero →

Cagliari

In December Cagliari generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
126 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cagliari →

San Teodoro

In December San Teodoro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
118 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in San Teodoro →

Castelsardo

In December Castelsardo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
111 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Castelsardo →

Monte Nai

In December Monte Nai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
126 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Monte Nai →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alghero 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Cagliari 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
San Teodoro 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Castelsardo 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Monte Nai 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Villasimius 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Sardinia weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Sardinia, Italy generally has tolerable weather conditions. Alghero sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

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

Alghero averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

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

December is on the drier side in Sardinia, Italy. Alghero averages only about 74 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sardinia, Italy?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Sardinia, Italy due to the typically tolerable weather in Alghero.

On average, the best time to visit Sardinia, Italy is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Alghero. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be tolerable.

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