December 20 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Syracuse. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 16°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Syracuse right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Syracuse
Currency
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Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Syracuse Weather Forecast for December 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.5°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Syracuse in December
Based on historical data for December 20, Syracuse typically experiences temperatures between 10.3°C and 15.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Syracuse
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
43%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.2 hPa
Medium volatility
Syracuse Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% 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
11.1°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
82/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~109
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Syracuse
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:09
☀️ Noon
12:57
🌇 Sunset
17:45
⏱️ Daylight
9h 36m
Wind Speed
20.6 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
7.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Syracuse
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Etna
79.5km away
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Syracuse on December 20 averages 15.5°C with a 13% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 95/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Syracuse Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Syracuse Worth Visiting on December 20?
Planning a trip to Syracuse on December 20? 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 15.5°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 109 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 1.11m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.4°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 6.7°C in 2018.