Temperature in Sicily in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Sicily, Italy this December.

Sicily, Italy, a region in Italy, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 13°C (55°F) in Bronte to 18°C (64°F) in Lampedusa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Lampedusa and 5°C (41°F) in Bronte. December is part of the winter season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Sicily, Italy in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Sicily on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Sicily in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Sicily temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Sicily, Italy in December?

Palermo averages a daytime high of 17°C (63°F) in December, which is moderate for Sicily, Italy.

How cold does it get at night in Sicily, Italy in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Palermo typically drop to around 11°C (52°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Sicily, Italy?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Lampedusa clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 18°C (64°F), and evenings that remain near 15°C (59°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Sicily, Italy?

The coldest city in December in Sicily, Italy is Bronte when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 13°C (55°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 5°C (41°F).

How much sun does Sicily, Italy get in December?

Palermo usually sees around 121 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

What is the water temperature in December?

Across Sicily, Italy, sea temperatures in December range from cold at 16°C (61°F) in Palermo to cool at 17°C (63°F) in Catania — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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