Early winter · Weather & things to do
Taormina in December
Taormina cools off: highs slip to 58°F (14°C), from 65°F in November, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 75/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What December feels like
Highs near 58°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 50°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (88 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Only about 9 h 23 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September – November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 23 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in November to 75/100.
- Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Taormina in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Alcantara Gorges
Basalt-walled river gorge with icy water for wading.
Why now December scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castelmola
Hilltop village above Taormina with castle ruins and wide views.
Benanti Winery
Family estate on Etna's slopes offering tastings of volcanic Nerello Mascalese.
Bam Bar
Tiled café known for granita and brioche.
Ancient Theatre of Taormina
Greek-Roman theater framing Etna and the coast.
Nearby in December
- Syracuse in December~54 mi · highs 61°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Palermo in December~106 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amalfi in December~196 mi · highs 59°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Ravello in December~197 mi · highs 55°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~461 m to Taormina's ~222 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Taormina in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Taormina?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 75/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – June and September – November. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain. Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Taormina in December?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Taormina in December?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 24.7 in (627 mm).
What should I pack for Taormina in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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