Monthly climate guide
Otranto weather in December
With highs near 15°C (59°F) and lows around 13°C (56°F), December feels mild in Otranto. Rainfall averages about 85 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- There's little difference between day and night (around 2°C).
- Just 170 km apart, but Otranto runs about 2°C warmer than Bari this month.
- December brings early winter to Otranto.
Avg high
15°C
59°F
Avg low
13°C
56°F
Rainfall
85 mm
some rain
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
66%
cloud · often cloudy
Otranto weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 56°F | 12°C / 53°F | 90 mm | 74% | 73% |
| February | 14°C / 56°F | 12°C / 53°F | 92 mm | 76% | 72% |
| March | 15°C / 58°F | 13°C / 55°F | 78 mm | 78% | 67% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 15°C / 58°F | 46 mm | 80% | 61% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 18°C / 64°F | 44 mm | 79% | 57% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 22°C / 71°F | 19 mm | 77% | 38% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 25°C / 76°F | 16 mm | 74% | 24% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 78°F | 20 mm | 73% | 27% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 24°C / 74°F | 54 mm | 71% | 49% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 20°C / 68°F | 91 mm | 75% | 59% |
| November | 19°C / 65°F | 17°C / 62°F | 125 mm | 75% | 71% |
| December | 15°C / 59°F | 13°C / 56°F | 85 mm | 73% | 66% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Otranto?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Otranto →Other Italy cities in December
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Otranto in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Otranto?
December is a reasonable time for Otranto: highs around 15°C and about 85 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Otranto in December?
Average highs are about 15°C (59°F) and average lows about 13°C (56°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Otranto in December?
Otranto typically gets around 85 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Otranto (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.