Monthly climate guide
Matera weather in December
December in Matera is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and night-time lows near 8°C (46°F). The month usually brings about 44 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- December is among Matera's three coolest months.
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
- Matera is usually about 3°C warmer than Siena in December.
- In Matera, December is early winter.
Avg high
14°C
57°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
44 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
58%
cloud · often cloudy
Matera weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 54°F | 6°C / 43°F | 61 mm | 80% | 66% |
| February | 13°C / 56°F | 6°C / 43°F | 60 mm | 80% | 68% |
| March | 15°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 64 mm | 78% | 61% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 11°C / 51°F | 44 mm | 74% | 58% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 40 mm | 68% | 59% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 19°C / 66°F | 29 mm | 60% | 36% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 22°C / 71°F | 41 mm | 54% | 23% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 23°C / 73°F | 44 mm | 56% | 23% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 67°F | 45 mm | 63% | 44% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 59°F | 89 mm | 73% | 50% |
| November | 18°C / 65°F | 12°C / 53°F | 89 mm | 81% | 61% |
| December | 14°C / 57°F | 8°C / 46°F | 44 mm | 80% | 58% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Matera?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Matera →Other Italy cities in December
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Matera in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Matera?
December is a reasonable time for Matera: highs around 14°C and about 44 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Matera in December?
Average highs are about 14°C (57°F) and average lows about 8°C (46°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Matera in December?
Matera typically gets around 44 mm of rain in December — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Matera (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.