What December feels like in Naples
In Naples, December brings early winter. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. Little changes after sunset — nights are cool, only slightly below the daytime level. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Naples in December
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 10.5 mm (0.4 in) on an average rainy day. Across the year Naples averages about 9.6 mm per rainy day, so December is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in December
In mid-December, sunrise is at about 7:20 am and sunset at about 4:36 pm (local time) — 9 h 16 min of daylight. Compared with mid-November, the day has lost 41 min. About 73% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How December compares to the rest of the year
In Naples's temperature order, December sits as the 3rd coolest month. Afternoons run 3.5°C (6.3°F) cooler than in November, with 71 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into January. January averages a high of 12.4°C (54.3°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Naples in December
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
A light jacket or knit layer is enough for most of the day.
Quick questions
How warm is Naples in December?
Expect around 13.7°C (56.7°F) in the afternoon and 7.2°C (45°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Naples in December?
Quite a lot — 115 mm spread over about 11 days.
What should I wear in Naples in December?
Based on the averages: rain protection and a light jacket. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is December or January better for visiting Naples?
December, narrowly: it ranks #8 of 12 among Naples's months, against #10 for the other. January is cooler and has more rainy days.