Italy Bologna Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Bologna is moderate
Bologna Weather in December — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 7° / 1°
- Rainfall
- 55mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Bologna in December averages a high of 7°C and low of 1°C with 55mm of rain over about 8 days. Cold, damp early winter — around 7°C/1°C, often foggy. A warm coat, scarf, gloves, and a hat. Festive but chilly; the porticoes keep you sheltered.
December is moderate for Bologna.
December in Bologna is cold and festive — Christmas markets, lights along the porticoes, and a cozy, atmospheric mood. It averages 7°C/1°C with frequent fog and short days.
The Christmas markets in and around Piazza Maggiore and the lit-up porticoes give the city a warm, festive feel despite the chill, and the Immaculate Conception (Dec 8) traditionally kicks off the season. It's a lovely time for an indoor-leaning, food-forward trip.
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Bologna December Weather Stats
Avg High
7°C
Avg Low
1°C
Rainy Days
8
55mm total
Sunshine
2.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
damp
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 20
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
36 μg/m³
PM10
56 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
5°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas markets and festive lights
- Cozy, atmospheric mood under the porticoes
- Peak comfort-food season
- Reasonable value outside the holiday peak
Cons
- Cold, damp, and frequently foggy
- Short, dim days
- Closures on Dec 25-26 and Jan 1
- Holiday peak raises prices briefly
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas markets in and around Piazza Maggiore
- Festive lights along the porticoes and Via dell'Indipendenza
- Immaculate Conception (Dec 8) — start of the festive season
- Christmas (Dec 25) & Santo Stefano (Dec 26) — public holidays
- New Year's Eve celebrations
Bologna in December — Full Picture
December in Bologna is cold and festive — Christmas markets, lights along the porticoes, and a cozy, atmospheric mood. It averages 7°C/1°C with frequent fog and short days.
The Christmas markets in and around Piazza Maggiore and the lit-up porticoes give the city a warm, festive feel despite the chill, and the Immaculate Conception (Dec 8) traditionally kicks off the season. It's a lovely time for an indoor-leaning, food-forward trip.
This is peak comfort-food season: tortellini in brodo and ragù taste their best in the cold, and seasonal sweets appear in pastry windows. Cozy trattoria dinners with Lambrusco are the move.
Prices and crowds rise around Christmas and New Year, with closures on Dec 25, 26, and Jan 1, but the rest of the month stays a reasonable shoulder season.
Note: fog can be thick, days are short and dim, and it's genuinely cold and damp. The porticoes shelter you, and shopping under festive lights is a highlight. Overall a charming, festive month if you don't mind grey, chilly weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold, damp early winter — around 7°C/1°C, often foggy. A warm coat, scarf, gloves, and a hat. Festive but chilly; the porticoes keep you sheltered.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
8°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.7°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20°C
10.7°C
9/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current7.3°C
0.7°C
7.3/mo
Bologna Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 0° | 7d·45mm | 3h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 1° | 7d·45mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 4° | 8d·55mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 9d·65mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 27° | 16° | 8d·55mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 19° | 5d·40mm | 9h | 60% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 18° | 6d·50mm | 8.5h | 62% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 15° | 8d·70mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 20° | 11° | 9d·80mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| 13° | 6° | 10d·80mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 8d·55mm | 2.5h | 85% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Bologna?
Bologna in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Bologna in December?
Bologna December averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C.
Does it rain much in Bologna in December?
Bologna December averages 55mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bologna in December?
Cold, damp early winter — around 7°C/1°C, often foggy. A warm coat, scarf, gloves, and a hat. Festive but chilly; the porticoes keep you sheltered.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bologna in December?
Bologna December sunrise is 07:35 and sunset is 16:40, with 9h 05min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bologna in December?
Bologna December air quality (AQI) averages 76, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 36μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bologna in December?
In December, Bologna is great for Christmas markets in Piazza Maggiore, Festive shopping under lit porticoes, Comfort food at cozy trattorias.
Is December peak season in Bologna?
Bologna December crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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