Weather in December in Tuscany
Planning a getaway to Tuscany this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Tuscany in December?
Tuscany is a region in Italy. December in Tuscany generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. December is a winter month.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is cold in Abetone at 7°C and mild in Giglio Porto at 15°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Giglio Porto and 1°C in Abetone.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cristena with an average of 78 mm to heavy rainfall in Marina di Massa with 174 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 96 hours of sunlight in Florence. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a closer look at December's conditions in Tuscany, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Tuscany's yearly weather, check out our Tuscany climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Tuscany?
Florence
In December Florence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Lucca
In December Lucca generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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San Gimignano
In December San Gimignano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Pisa
In December Pisa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Siena
In December Siena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tuscany, in Italy.
Is December the best time to visit Tuscany?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Tuscany with often poor weather in Florence.
Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Florence. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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