December · Italy
Best time to visit Lake Como in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Como in December
Average temperature 8°C, 70 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.7/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Lake Como scores 6.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 70 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Como runs north from the Lombard plain into the Alps, its shores lined with villas, terraced gardens, and the towns of Como, Bellagio, and Varenna.
December in Lake Como: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
December averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 70 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.7 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 7.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lake Como in December?
- In December, Lake Como averages 8°C, 70 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Lake Como?
- December earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lake Como in December?
- Expect about 70 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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