Weather in December
December welcomes winter in Genoa with the mercury further dropping to an average high of 12.5°C (54.5°F). Daylight hours continue to shrink, reaching an annual low of 8.9 hours. The city endures a fair share of precipitation, with rainfall levels at 93mm (3.66") over an average of 6.5 days. The sea temperature too declines, reflecting the chilly outdoor weather. Overall, December paints a picture of a calm and chilly city under winter's influence.
Note: In water with a temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of December, in Genoa, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:54 CET.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
[Resources]Temperature
In the transition from November to December, Genoa reports an average high-temperature of a cool 12.5°C (54.5°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. In December, Genoa reports a consistent average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) during the nights.Rainfall
In December, in Genoa, Italy, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Genoa, Italy, there are 75.7 rainfall days, and 1079mm (42.48") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Genoa is 15.3°C (59.5°F).Note: In water with a temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of December, in Genoa, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:54 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Genoa, Italy, is December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Genoa. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average December temperature in Genoa?
The high-temperature, in December, in Genoa, records 12.5°C (54.5°F), while the low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).
How much does it rain in Genoa in December?
In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.
How cold is the water in December in Genoa?
In Genoa, the average seawater temperature in December is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°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 Genoa?
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Genoa, Italy.
What is the average length of the day in December in Genoa?
The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Genoa?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:54 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Genoa?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Genoa?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Genoa?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Genoa.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Genoa?
In Genoa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average temperature in December
Genoa, Italy
- Average high temperature in December: 12.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 6.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°C).
Average rainfall in December
Genoa, Italy
- Average rainfall in December: 93.1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (171.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (24.2mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Genoa, Italy
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.8 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Genoa, Italy
- Average sea temperature in December: 15.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.2°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Genoa, Italy
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average UV index in December
Genoa, Italy
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
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