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Pisa in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Pisa in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Pisa, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Pisa in December 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Pisa in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +12°C during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 107 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
-2°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
107 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Pisa has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Pisa in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Pisa for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +21°C during the day to a minimum of +2°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +13°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +15°C.

Is Pisa warm or cold in December?

Pisa is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +15°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +10°C to +7°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Pisa, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Pisa in December

Water in Pisa in December is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +18°C, with an average of +15°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +12°C.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Pisa are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.

Can you swim in Pisa in December?

We would not recommend swimming in Pisa in December, the water is very cold (+15°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Pisa in December

Pisa weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+15°C+12°C+11°C
Min. temperature
-1°C-2°C-9°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+21°C+17°C
Rainfall
148 mm107 mm85 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+18°C+15°C+13°C
Humidity
79%78%77%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
789
Cloudy days
678
Rainy days
121412
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +15°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +12°C. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 148 mm to 107 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 7 to 8.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Pisa in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Pisa is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Pisa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 206 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 94 mm, which is considered heavy rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
December is one of the rainiest months in Pisa, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Pisa wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 21 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Pisa?

This is the weather in Pisa in December 2023:
1 December
🌧️
+21°C
2 December
🌧️
+18°C
3 December
☀️
+13°C
4 December
🌧️
+8°C
5 December
☁️
+9°C
6 December
🌫️
+8°C
7 December
☀️
+11°C
8 December
🌧️
+9°C
9 December
☀️
+12°C
10 December
☀️
+16°C
11 December
🌧️
+15°C
12 December
🌧️
+17°C
13 December
🌧️
+16°C
14 December
☀️
+14°C
15 December
☀️
+15°C
16 December
☀️
+13°C
17 December
☀️
+13°C
18 December
☀️
+15°C
19 December
☀️
+13°C
20 December
🌫️
+10°C
21 December
☀️
+13°C
22 December
☀️
+15°C
23 December
☁️
+15°C
24 December
☁️
+14°C
25 December
☁️
+14°C
26 December
☁️
+13°C
27 December
☁️
+14°C
28 December
☁️
+13°C
29 December
☁️
+13°C
30 December
🌧️
+13°C
31 December
🌧️
+15°C
In December 2023 Pisa had 12 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +13°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Pisa climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Pisa in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2022 (+22°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 534 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 2303 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Pisa in December:

Is December a good time to visit Pisa?

It’s always a good time to visit Pisa, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Pisa in December?

December has mild temperatures in Pisa. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Pisa in December?

Swimming in Pisa in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Pisa rainy in December?

Pisa is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Pisa in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Pisa in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Pisa

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Pisa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.