December weather forecast
Taranto, Italy

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Weather in December

December in Taranto, Italy seals the year with the onset of the cold winter season. Compared to November, December brings slightly lower temperatures, with the mercury dipping to the year's lowest of 8.3°C (46.9°F). Snowfall reappears, albeit minimally, adding a touch of winter wonder to the otherwise temperate cityscape. Simultaneously, the increased cloud percentage contributes to a more overcast climate. Thus, the city of Taranto concludes the year under subdued sunshine hours, low temperatures, and the magic of falling snow.

Temperature

Taranto in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's enjoyable 17.9°C (64.2°F) to a moderate 13.7°C (56.7°F). Taranto records a steady low-temperature average of 8.3°C (46.9°F) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Taranto is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, in Taranto, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In Taranto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.1 days and collects up to 372mm (14.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Taranto are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Taranto, during the entire year, snow falls for 1 days and aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Taranto, Italy, the average seawater temperature in December is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of December, in Taranto, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Taranto are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Taranto?

The high-temperature in Taranto during December is 13.7°C (56.7°F) and the low-temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Taranto?

In December, the average relative humidity in Taranto is 74%.

How much does it rain in Taranto in December?

In Taranto, Italy, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Taranto?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in December in Taranto?

In Taranto, in December, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). Swimming in 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Taranto?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Taranto?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Taranto?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, in Taranto, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Taranto have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Taranto is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Taranto?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Taranto, Italy.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Taranto?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Taranto is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taranto, Italy

Average temperature in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Taranto, Italy

Average pressure in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Taranto, Italy

Average wind speed in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Taranto, Italy

Average humidity in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Taranto, Italy

Average rainfall in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Taranto, Italy

Average rainfall days in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Taranto, Italy

Average snowfall in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average snowfall in December: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Taranto, Italy

Average snowfall days in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Taranto, Italy

Average sea temperature in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average sea temperature in December: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.6°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Taranto, Italy

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Taranto, Italy

Average sunshine days in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Taranto, Italy

Average UV index in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Taranto, Italy

Average cloud cover in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Taranto, Italy

Average visibility in December - Taranto, Italy
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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