December weather forecast
Catania, Italy

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The Piazza Duomo in Catania, Italy
The Piazza Duomo in Catania, Italy

Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Catania, with temperatures dropping further to an average high of 15.5°C (59.9°F) and a low of 8.6°C (47.5°F). Rainfall decreases to 15mm (0.59") over approximately 7 days, providing cooler and drier conditions. Although relatively quiet weatherwise, December is significant in its own right with the city's vibrant Christmas celebrations. Expect shorter daylight hours and colder sea temperatures at 17.2°C (63°F), signaling the full onset of winter.

Temperature

December in Catania is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a comfortable 19°C (66.2°F) in November to a mild 15.5°C (59.9°F). Catania reports an average low-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Catania is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, in Catania, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Catania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.1 days and collects up to 275mm (10.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Catania, snow does not fall in February through December.

Sea temperature

In Catania, the average seawater temperature in December is 17.2°C (63°F).
Note: In water of 17.2°C (63°F), the majority of people do not enjoy swimming. Breathing becomes increasingly hard to manage as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Catania is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Catania are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Catania?

The high-temperature, in December, in Catania, records 15.5°C (59.9°F), while the low-temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Catania?

In Catania, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Catania?

In December, in Catania, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Catania?

February through December are months without snowfall in Catania.

Does it snow in Catania in December?

In Catania, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December in Catania?

In December, the average sea temperature in Catania is 17.2°C (63°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Catania?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Catania have in December?

In December, the average day length in Catania is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Catania?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Catania?

In Catania, Italy, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Catania?

The months with the lowest UV index in Catania are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Catania?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Catania, Italy

Average temperature in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Catania, Italy

Average pressure in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Catania, Italy

Average wind speed in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Catania, Italy

Average humidity in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).

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Average rainfall in December
Catania, Italy

Average rainfall in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average rainfall in December: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Catania, Italy

Average rainfall days in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Catania, Italy

Average snowfall in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Catania, Italy

Average snowfall days in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Catania, Italy

Average sea temperature in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average sea temperature in December: 17.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.6°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Catania, Italy

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Catania, Italy

Average sunshine days in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Catania, Italy

Average UV index in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Catania, Italy

Average cloud cover in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Catania, Italy

Average visibility in December - Catania, Italy
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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