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Sicily Weather in December

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

Planning a trip to Sicily, Italy this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sicily in December

Sicily, Italy is a region in Italy. December in Sicily generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Bronte at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Lampedusa at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Lampedusa and 5°C (41°F) in Bronte.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Valguarnera Caropepe with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in Torre Faro with 136 mm (5.4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Palermo.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Palermo gets approximately 121 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Sicily by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sicily - and find the best time to visit. (based on Catania)

Best Places to Visit in Sicily in December

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

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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 Sicily

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

Temperature range in Sicily (December)

Precipitation variation in Sicily (December)

Palermo

In December Palermo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
121 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Syracuse

In December Syracuse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
139 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Catania

In December Catania generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
139 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Trapani

In December Trapani generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
127 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Taormina

In December Taormina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
112 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sicily, in Italy.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Catania 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Palermo 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Syracuse 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Trapani 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Taormina 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Castellammare del Golfo 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Sicily weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect good weather across Sicily, Italy in December. The popular destination of Palermo averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Palermo averages a daytime maximum of 17°C (63°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

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

Not particularly. Palermo averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Sicily, Italy.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sicily, Italy?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Palermo, December may not be the ideal time to visit Sicily, Italy.

On average, the best time to visit Sicily, Italy is in May, June, September, October and November with generally excellent weather in Palermo. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be good.

Interested in more climate information?

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