December 16 is generally a great time to visit Palermo. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. As it's peak season for Palermo, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Palermo
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
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As of Sept 2021, Palermo has 4G from Ili...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Palermo Weather Forecast for December 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.9°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Palermo in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Palermo typically experiences temperatures between 10.8°C and 15.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Palermo
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
59%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Palermo Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.1°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Italy
Flight Traffic
High
86/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~90
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Palermo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:17
☀️ Noon
12:03
🌇 Sunset
16:49
⏱️ Daylight
9h 31m
Wind Speed
16.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Palermo
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Palermo on December 16 averages 15.9°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 88/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Palermo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 21
15.2°C • 17% rain
Score
90
December 22
15.4°C • 19% rain
Score
90
December 19
15.1°C • 19% rain
Score
89
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Palermo Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Palermo on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 15.9°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 90 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17.7°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.17m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.5°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 8.4°C in 2021.