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Pescara in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Pescara in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Pescara in December usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +54°F and roughly 7 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 14 rainy days with an average precipitation of 81 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+54°F
Avg. max. temperature
+18°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
81 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Pescara has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Pescara in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Pescara 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 +70°F during the day and a minimum of +37°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 28% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +61°F.

Is Pescara warm or cold in December?

Pescara is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +59°F to +54°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +46°F to +41°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 Pescara, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Pescara in December

Water in Pescara in December is Cold. It varies from +56°F to +63°F, with an average of +59°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +54°F.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Pescara are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +55°F.

Can you swim in Pescara in December?

We would not recommend swimming in Pescara 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 Pescara in December

Pescara weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+59°F+54°F+50°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+18°F+12°F
Max. temperature
+81°F+73°F+70°F
Rainfall
106 mm81 mm71 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+63°F+59°F+56°F
Humidity
77%75%75%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1017 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
677
Cloudy days
101011
Rainy days
141411
Snowy days
011

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +59°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +54°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 106 mm to 81 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 6 to 7.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Pescara is gradually decreasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Pescara based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 23%, leading to total precipitation of around 43 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
December is one of the rainiest months in Pescara, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Pescara wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during December in Pescara based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in December is 0%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.

December is one of the snowiest months in Pescara.

Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last December in Pescara?

This is the weather in Pescara in December 2023:
1 December
☁️
+70°F
2 December
☀️
+68°F
3 December
🌧️
+57°F
4 December
☁️
+52°F
5 December
☁️
+54°F
6 December
☁️
+53°F
7 December
🌧️
+55°F
8 December
☁️
+53°F
9 December
☁️
+54°F
10 December
🌧️
+55°F
11 December
☁️
+63°F
12 December
☁️
+64°F
13 December
☁️
+64°F
14 December
🌧️
+64°F
15 December
🌧️
+57°F
16 December
☁️
+54°F
17 December
☀️
+55°F
18 December
☀️
+59°F
19 December
☀️
+61°F
20 December
☁️
+58°F
21 December
☁️
+56°F
22 December
☁️
+69°F
23 December
☁️
+69°F
24 December
☀️
+63°F
25 December
☀️
+60°F
26 December
☀️
+61°F
27 December
☀️
+58°F
28 December
☀️
+56°F
29 December
☁️
+61°F
30 December
☁️
+61°F
31 December
☁️
+61°F
In December 2023 Pescara had 9 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 2 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 Pescara climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+64°F) and the highest in 2022 (+70°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 516 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1350 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Pescara in December:

Is December a good time to visit Pescara?

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

December has mild temperatures in Pescara. 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 Pescara in December?

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

Is Pescara rainy in December?

Pescara 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 Pescara in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Pescara 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 Pescara

Source of the data

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