What is the weather like in Syracuse in December?

Expect temperatures between 11°C and 16°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Syracuse in December?

Syracuse in December scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Syracuse in December?

December in Syracuse is ideal for: Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Syracuse Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

16°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

11°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

18.2°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Syracuse coastline

Essential Travel Info for Syracuse

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Italian

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Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.643

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

43/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

103

Feb

106

Mar

114

Apr

131

May

133

Jun

120

Jul

109

Aug

109

Sep

109

Oct

109

Nov

109

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Rome Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino (FCO)

Milan Malpensa (MXP)

Milan Linate (LIN)

Verona Villafranca (VRN)

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

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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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Syracuse?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(64/100)

Short Answer

December is excellent for visiting Syracuse: comfortable 16°C temperatures, only 16% rain risk, and 7.4h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Near active volcano: Mount Etna

Medium volcanic risk

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

82% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 16.3°C, 16% rain chance
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Photographers
7.4h sunshine, 54% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 92/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
76% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Syracuse in December averages 16°C with 16% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Syracuse in December

What are the temperatures in Syracuse in December?

Daytime highs average 16°C, nights drop to 11°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Syracuse in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Syracuse in December?

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

Is December peak season in Syracuse?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Syracuse Weather in December