Monthly climate guide
Rome weather in December
December in Rome is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 13°C (56°F) and night-time lows near 5°C (41°F). The month usually brings about 75 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Colosseum and Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel.
- December brings early winter to Rome.
- Just 90 km apart, but Rome runs about 6°C warmer than L'Aquila this month.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Rome than December.
Avg high
13°C
56°F
Avg low
5°C
41°F
Rainfall
75 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
46%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Rome weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 38°F | 71 mm | 81% | 54% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 90 mm | 79% | 51% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 43°F | 79 mm | 76% | 49% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 72% | 45% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 59 mm | 69% | 42% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 37 mm | 62% | 25% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 69°F | 32 mm | 55% | 15% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 26 mm | 53% | 15% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 72 mm | 64% | 34% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 72% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 49°F | 114 mm | 80% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 75 mm | 80% | 46% |
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 Rome?
Our Rome guide recommends: Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Book skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum and Vatican in advance — same-day queues can run over an hour, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Rome →Other Italy cities in December
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Rome in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Rome?
December is a reasonable time for Rome: highs around 13°C and about 75 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Rome in December?
Average highs are about 13°C (56°F) and average lows about 5°C (41°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in December?
Rome typically gets around 75 mm of rain in December — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rome (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.