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Catania in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Catania in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Catania, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Catania in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
If you plan to visit Catania in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +63°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 10 rainy days in the month and around 56 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Catania;

Average weather

☀️
+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
56 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Catania has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Catania in December

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

Going from a maximum of +77°F during the day to a minimum of +43°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +64°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 37% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +63°F.

Is Catania warm or cold in December?

Catania is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +46°F.

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

Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Catania:

Water temperature in Catania in December

Water in Catania in December is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +66°F, with an average of +63°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +63°F.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Catania are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +80°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +58°F.

Can you swim in Catania in December?

Water temperature (+63°F) in Catania in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Catania in December

Catania weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+68°F+63°F+59°F
Min. temperature
+32°F+28°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+77°F+73°F
Rainfall
61 mm56 mm65 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+68°F+63°F+60°F
Humidity
77%77%76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1017 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
101011
Cloudy days
888
Rainy days
91011
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 61 mm to 56 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 10 sunny days during the month.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Catania is gradually decreasing during December, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Catania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 16% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 21 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 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:
Catania wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Catania?

This is the weather in Catania in December 2023:
1 December
☀️
+75°F
2 December
☀️
+71°F
3 December
☀️
+65°F
4 December
☀️
+64°F
5 December
☀️
+59°F
6 December
☀️
+61°F
7 December
☀️
+64°F
8 December
☀️
+62°F
9 December
🌧️
+58°F
10 December
☀️
+67°F
11 December
☀️
+68°F
12 December
☀️
+71°F
13 December
☀️
+77°F
14 December
☀️
+72°F
15 December
☁️
+60°F
16 December
☀️
+62°F
17 December
☁️
+61°F
18 December
☁️
+59°F
19 December
☀️
+59°F
20 December
☀️
+61°F
21 December
☀️
+63°F
22 December
☀️
+68°F
23 December
☀️
+68°F
24 December
☀️
+68°F
25 December
☀️
+65°F
26 December
☀️
+65°F
27 December
☀️
+63°F
28 December
☁️
+61°F
29 December
☀️
+63°F
30 December
☁️
+66°F
31 December
☁️
+63°F
In December 2023 Catania had 24 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+69°F) and the highest in 1990 (+76°F). The driest year was 1981 with only 132 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1675 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Catania in December:

Is December a good time to visit Catania?

It’s always a good time to visit Catania, 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 Catania in December?

December has mild temperatures in Catania. 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 Catania in December?

In general, you can swim in Catania in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +63°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Catania rainy in December?

Catania 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 Catania in December?

The amount of sunny days in Catania during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Catania

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Catania, 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.