December · Italy
Best time to visit Modena in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Modena in December
Average temperature 5°C, 57 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 57 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Modena scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 57 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Romanesque cathedrals, balsamic acetaie, and Motor Valley heritage feel best from April through October, with spring and early autumn ideal for Emilia's food trails.
December in Modena — the hardest end of the year
December averages 5°C (42°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 57 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.6 hours of daylight.
It scores 4.9/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 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 low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? April scores 4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Modena in December?
- In December, Modena averages 5°C, 57 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Modena?
- December earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Modena in December?
- Expect about 57 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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