Monthly climate guide
Milan weather in December
Expect cool weather in Milan in December: afternoons reach about 8°C (47°F), while nights drop to around 2°C (35°F). Around 65 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Short daylight hours mean Sforza Castle is best seen around midday.
- Only one month is cooler in Milan than December.
- December brings early winter to Milan.
- Just 140 km apart, but Milan runs about 7°C warmer than Riva del Garda this month.
Avg high
8°C
47°F
Avg low
2°C
35°F
Rainfall
65 mm
some rain
Humidity
78%
relative
Sky
60%
cloud · often cloudy
Milan weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C / 46°F | 0°C / 33°F | 46 mm | 76% | 62% |
| February | 9°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 69 mm | 76% | 64% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 40°F | 73 mm | 72% | 58% |
| April | 18°C / 65°F | 8°C / 47°F | 85 mm | 71% | 62% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 109 mm | 72% | 64% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 62°F | 93 mm | 70% | 57% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 70 mm | 67% | 49% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 66°F | 79 mm | 65% | 49% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 15°C / 59°F | 70 mm | 70% | 55% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 51°F | 105 mm | 76% | 65% |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 135 mm | 80% | 68% |
| December | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 35°F | 65 mm | 78% | 60% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Milan?
Our Milan guide recommends: April to June or September to October, before the summer heat and after the crowds ease.
See Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at Santa Maria delle Grazie — timed-entry tickets sell out weeks ahead, so book early.
Best time to visit Milan →Other Italy cities in December
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Milan in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Milan?
December is cool in Milan, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Milan in December?
Average highs are about 8°C (47°F) and average lows about 2°C (35°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Milan in December?
Milan typically gets around 65 mm of rain in December — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Milan?
April to June or September to October, before the summer heat and after the crowds ease.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Milan (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.