The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Elba Island sees 14°C during the day with 3.7h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
December ranks 11 out of 12 months in Elba Island. Compared to November: −3°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
17°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
8.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 26
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Elba Island is July (9.2/10), 5.0 pts higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Italy
🗣️LanguageItalian
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+0.97°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 12°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 26%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Elba Island ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ItalyTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.2 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
42.78°N · 10.28°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Elba Island?
July is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.9h of sunshine and 5.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Elba Island get in July?
Elba Island averages 8.9 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Elba Island?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Elba Island in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Elba Island good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Elba Island scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Elba Island?
January is the most difficult month to visit Elba Island, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Elba Island in December?
In December, the sea averages 17°C in Elba Island: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Elba Island in December?
The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Elba Island (low), with about 8.9h of daylight. No protection needed.