December weather forecast
Bologna, Italy

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The city center of the iconic old town of Bologna in Italy
The city center of the iconic old town of Bologna in Italy

Weather in December

The month of December ushers in full-fledged winter in Bologna, experiencing a substantial decrease in temperature to a high of only 8.1°C (46.6°F). The city’s atmosphere during December is unmistakably Christmassy, despite a minimal amount of snowfall of 12mm (0.47"). Providing the shortest daylight of the year, December disguises Bologna in a magical winter spell. The chill in the air does not deter the fervor of the holiday season that marks the city during this month.

Temperature

The onset of December in Bologna coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 13.4°C (56.1°F) in November to a frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F). Throughout December, the temperature in Bologna falls to an average low of 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bologna, Italy, is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bologna, Italy, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bologna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 464mm (18.27") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Bologna. December is the first month it typically snows in Bologna. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 86mm (3.39") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Bologna, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Bologna?

In Bologna, 8.1°C (46.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.6°C (36.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 35°C (95°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Bologna?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Bologna in December?

In Bologna, Italy, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Bologna?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bologna?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bologna, Italy, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bologna?

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bologna?

On the first day of December in Bologna, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Bologna have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bologna, Italy, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bologna?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bologna, Italy, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Bologna?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bologna, Italy

Average temperature in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Bologna, Italy

Average pressure in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Bologna, Italy

Average wind speed in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Bologna, Italy

Average humidity in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bologna, Italy

Average rainfall in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average rainfall in December: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Bologna, Italy

Average rainfall days in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bologna, Italy

Average snowfall in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Bologna, Italy

Average snowfall days in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bologna, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bologna, Italy

Average sunshine days in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bologna, Italy

Average UV index in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bologna, Italy

Average cloud cover in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Bologna, Italy

Average visibility in December - Bologna, Italy
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

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