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Bari in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Bari in December and see if it is worth visiting.
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December

Weather in Bari in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Bari in December usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +55°F and roughly 9 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 13 rainy days with an average precipitation of 57 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
+30°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bari has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Bari in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bari for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in December is +59°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +73°F during the day and a minimum of +43°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +61°F.

Is Bari warm or cold in December?

Bari is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +63°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +48°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Bari, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Bari in December

Water in Bari in December is Cold. It varies from +56°F to +62°F, with an average of +59°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +55°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Bari are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +56°F.

Can you swim in Bari in December?

We would not recommend swimming in Bari in December, the water is very cold (+59°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Bari in December

Bari weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+63°F+55°F+54°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+30°F+28°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+73°F+73°F
Rainfall
69 mm57 mm55 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+63°F+59°F+56°F
Humidity
78%77%76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
898
Cloudy days
888
Rainy days
131314
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +63°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +55°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 69 mm to 57 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 77%. Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 8 to 9.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Bari in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Bari is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Bari based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 32 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Bari wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 69 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Bari?

This is the weather in Bari in December 2023:
1 December
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+67°F
2 December
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+74°F
3 December
☀️
+60°F
4 December
☀️
+54°F
5 December
☀️
+61°F
6 December
☀️
+56°F
7 December
☀️
+54°F
8 December
☀️
+54°F
9 December
☀️
+55°F
10 December
🌧️
+55°F
11 December
☀️
+58°F
12 December
☀️
+67°F
13 December
☀️
+66°F
14 December
🌧️
+58°F
15 December
☀️
+58°F
16 December
☀️
+54°F
17 December
☀️
+54°F
18 December
☀️
+57°F
19 December
☀️
+58°F
20 December
☀️
+63°F
21 December
☀️
+58°F
22 December
☀️
+66°F
23 December
☀️
+70°F
24 December
☀️
+66°F
25 December
☀️
+60°F
26 December
☀️
+59°F
27 December
☀️
+59°F
28 December
☀️
+58°F
29 December
☀️
+59°F
30 December
☀️
+59°F
31 December
☀️
+61°F
In December 2023 Bari had 29 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Bari climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Bari in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+65°F) and the highest in 2023 (+71°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 375 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 983 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bari in December:

Is December a good time to visit Bari?

It’s always a good time to visit Bari, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Bari in December?

December has mild temperatures in Bari. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Bari in December?

Swimming in Bari in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Bari rainy in December?

Bari is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Bari in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Bari in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Bari

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bari, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.