December could be a good time to visit Kerkyra Island, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +57°F, and there are typically 8 sunny days in December. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 186 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the wettest month of the year in Kerkyra Island;
Average weather
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+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
186 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kerkyra Island has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Kerkyra Island in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kerkyra Island for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in December is +59°F with a maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +50°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +57°F.
Is Kerkyra Island warm or cold in December?
Kerkyra Island is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +63°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +50°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 Kerkyra Island:
Water temperature in Kerkyra Island in December
Water in Kerkyra Island in December is Fresh. It varies from +59°F to +66°F, with an average of +62°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +57°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Kerkyra Island are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +59°F.
Can you swim in Kerkyra Island in December?
Water temperature (+62°F) in Kerkyra Island in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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 Kerkyra Island in December
Kerkyra Island weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+63°F
+57°F
+55°F
Min. temperature
+43°F
+36°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+72°F
+70°F
Rainfall
236 mm
186 mm
141 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+67°F
+62°F
+60°F
Humidity
78%
78%
76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
8
8
8
Cloudy days
5
4
6
Rainy days
10
13
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
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 +57°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 236 mm to 186 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 8 sunny days during the month.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Kerkyra Island in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Kerkyra Island is gradually decreasing during December, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Kerkyra Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in December is about 72 mm, with a 35% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 30 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Kerkyra Island, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Kerkyra Island wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 236 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 7 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Kerkyra Island?
This is the weather in Kerkyra Island in December 2023:
1 December
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+65°F
2 December
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+66°F
3 December
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+65°F
4 December
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+60°F
5 December
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+58°F
6 December
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+58°F
7 December
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+57°F
8 December
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+55°F
9 December
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+57°F
10 December
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+57°F
11 December
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+58°F
12 December
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+61°F
13 December
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+62°F
14 December
🌧️
+64°F
15 December
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+58°F
16 December
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+55°F
17 December
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+57°F
18 December
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+57°F
19 December
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+60°F
20 December
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+60°F
21 December
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+59°F
22 December
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+60°F
23 December
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+61°F
24 December
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+61°F
25 December
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+61°F
26 December
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+60°F
27 December
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+59°F
28 December
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+59°F
29 December
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+57°F
30 December
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+56°F
31 December
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+58°F
In December 2023 Kerkyra Island had 13 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Kerkyra Island climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Kerkyra Island 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 2019 (+74°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 720 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1713 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kerkyra Island in December:
Is December a good time to visit Kerkyra Island?
It’s always a good time to visit Kerkyra Island, 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 Kerkyra Island in December?
December has mild temperatures in Kerkyra Island. 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 Kerkyra Island in December?
In general, you can swim in Kerkyra Island in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Kerkyra Island rainy in December?
Kerkyra Island 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 Kerkyra Island in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kerkyra Island in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kerkyra Island, 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.
