Early winter · Weather & things to do
Hvar in December
Hvar cools off: highs slip to 56°F (14°C), from 62°F in November, with lows of 53°F (11°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 67/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What December feels like
Days are mild at around 56°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.3 in (109 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 49 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 49 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in November to 67/100.
- Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Hvar in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Tvrdalj Castle
Renaissance poet Petar Hektorović's fortified summer house with a fishpond.
Stari Grad Plain
UNESCO-listed ancient Greek field system, still farmed with olives and vines.
Why now December scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
St. Stephen's Square
One of Dalmatia's largest squares, framed by the cathedral and harbor.
Pakleni Islands
Pine-covered islets with coves; taxi boats leave from Hvar harbor.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Konoba Menego
Rustic stone tavern serving local cheese, ham and island wines.
Nearby in December
- Split in December~23 mi · highs 53°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dubrovnik in December~91 mi · highs 55°F, 6.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Ravello in December~198 mi · highs 55°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amalfi in December~199 mi · highs 59°F, 4.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hvar in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Hvar?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 67/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Hvar in December?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 53°F (11°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hvar in December?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.6 in (828 mm).
What should I pack for Hvar in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Hvar in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.