If you plan to visit Pula in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +11°C during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 100 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+11°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+18°C
Max.
100 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Pula has OK weather in December.
Average temperature in Pula in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Pula for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +18°C during the day to a minimum of +6°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +13°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +18°C to +14°C.
Is Pula warm or cold in December?
Pula is typically cool in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +14°C to +11°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +10°C to +7°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Pula, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Pula in December
Water in Pula in December is Cold. It varies from +12°C to +17°C, with an average of +14°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +11°C.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Pula are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +10°C.
Can you swim in Pula in December?
We would not recommend swimming in Pula in December, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 Pula in December
Pula weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+14°C
+11°C
+9°C
Min. temperature
-1°C
-6°C
-7°C
Max. temperature
+24°C
+18°C
+15°C
Rainfall
138 mm
100 mm
74 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C
+14°C
+11°C
Humidity
76%
75%
74%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
8
10
11
Cloudy days
5
6
7
Rainy days
13
13
11
Snowy days
0
0
1
December weather is still as ok as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +14°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +11°C.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 138 mm to 100 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 8 to 10.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in January as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Pula in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Pula is gradually decreasing during December, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Pula based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 61 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Pula wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Pula?
This is the weather in Pula in December 2023:
1 December
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+18°C
2 December
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+17°C
3 December
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+8°C
4 December
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+10°C
5 December
🌧️
+11°C
6 December
☀️
+10°C
7 December
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+10°C
8 December
☁️
+11°C
9 December
🌧️
+11°C
10 December
☀️
+11°C
11 December
☁️
+14°C
12 December
☁️
+14°C
13 December
🌧️
+15°C
14 December
☁️
+13°C
15 December
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+13°C
16 December
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+10°C
17 December
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+12°C
18 December
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+14°C
19 December
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+14°C
20 December
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+14°C
21 December
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+12°C
22 December
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+13°C
23 December
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+14°C
24 December
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+14°C
25 December
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+14°C
26 December
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+13°C
27 December
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+13°C
28 December
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+13°C
29 December
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+13°C
30 December
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+13°C
31 December
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+14°C
In December 2023 Pula had 18 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +13°C, with an absolute maximum of +18°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Pula climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Pula in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+16°C) and the highest in 2020 (+20°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 595 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1442 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Pula in December:
Is December a good time to visit Pula?
It’s always a good time to visit Pula, 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 Pula in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Pula in December?
Swimming in Pula in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Pula rainy in December?
Pula 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 Pula in December?
The amount of sunny days in Pula during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Pula, 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.