The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Rome sees 14°C during the day with 4.7h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 30% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
December ranks 11 out of 12 months in Rome. Compared to November: −4°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
6°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Rome is June (9.0/10), 4.8 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 ⓘ+1.53°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 33°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 30%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Rome ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ItalyTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
41.90°N · 12.50°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rome?
June is the best month with 30.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 10.0h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Rome get in June?
Rome averages 10.0 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Rome?
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 Rome in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 30.0°C.
Is Rome good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Rome scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Rome?
January is the most difficult month to visit Rome, 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 Rome in December?
In December, the sea averages 16°C in Rome: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Rome in December?
The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Rome (low), with about 9.0h of daylight. No protection needed.