What is the weather like in Florence in December?

Expect temperatures between 3°C and 11°C with 30% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Florence in December?

Florence in December scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Florence in December?

December in Florence is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Florence Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

11°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

3°C

Coolest around day 19

Rainy Days

22days

30% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Florence

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Language

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Driving

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.643

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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Italy. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Italy.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Italy.If rabies exposures occur while in Italy, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Florence?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(63/100)

Short Answer

December is excellent for visiting Florence: comfortable 11°C temperatures, only 30% rain risk, and 5.2h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

84% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

64% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Rich cultural heritage

5 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Exceptional dining scene

39 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
84% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Florence in December averages 11°C with 30% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Florence in December

What are the temperatures in Florence in December?

Daytime highs average 11°C, nights drop to 3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Florence in December?

Expect around 22 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Florence in December?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is December peak season in Florence?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Florence Weather in December

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