December weather forecastRimini, Italy

December

Weather in December

December establishes the arrival of winter in its full glory with days becoming shorter and temperatures touching a cooler 6.4°C (43.5°F) to 10.4°C (50.7°F) range. The marked drop in temperature compared to November brings out the woolens and overcoats. With a touch of frost in the air and twinkling festive lights, the holiday spirit is all the more enhanced. Infrequent snowfall enriching the winter experience is recorded, amassing to 2mm (0.08") for the month. Despite the chill, the irreplaceable charm of Rimini during December draws in plenty of visitors.

Temperature

As December arrives, Rimini's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's refreshing 14.5°C (58.1°F) to a cool 10.4°C (50.7°F). The December nights in Rimini show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rimini, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rimini, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rimini are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Rimini, there are 3 snowfall days, and 34mm (1.34") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Rimini, Italy, in December, the average water temperature is 14.1°C (57.4°F).
Note: Entering waters of 14.1°C (57.4°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rimini, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 16:41 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rimini is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Rimini, is 10.4°C (50.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 6.4°C (43.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Rimini is 76%.

In Rimini, Italy, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.

In Rimini, Italy, the average seawater temperature in December is 14.1°C (57.4°F). Swimming in 14.1°C (57.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The month with the shortest days in Rimini is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

On the first day of December in Rimini, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 16:41 CET.

The average sunshine duration in December in Rimini, Italy, is 6h.

In Rimini, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average high temperature in December: 10.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average pressure in December: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average wind speed in December: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average rainfall in December: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (30mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average snowfall in December: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average sea temperature in December: 14.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (9.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rimini, Italy

  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Rimini, 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).