Christmas markets
Late November to early January
The best are in the north (Bolzano, Merano, Trento) where it's near freezing — thermals, insulated boots and gloves.
Highs13°C (55°F)
Lows4°C (39°F)
Rainy days~9
Daylight9 h
CrowdsModerate
December averages for Rome (Urbe). Source
December brings Christmas markets (especially in the north and Bolzano), nativity scenes in Rome and a festive mood. Cold in the north, mild in Rome. Warm coat, scarf and one smart outfit for New Year.
☀️ By day
Wool coat, scarf and boots; mild in Rome, cold in the north.
🌙 Evening
Festive outfit under a warm coat for Christmas and New Year.
What's on in December
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Christmas Eve and Midnight Mass
December 24–25
St Peter's Basilica hosts Christmas Mass; dress modestly and warmly for long queues.
December packing essentials
Your December outfit list
- Wool coatShop Amazon ↗
- Knit sweatersShop Amazon ↗
- Dark trousers or jeansShop Amazon ↗
- Knee-high or ankle bootsShop Amazon ↗
- Wool scarfShop Amazon ↗
- Wool overcoat or padded jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Knit sweatersShop Amazon ↗
- Dark trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Leather bootsShop Amazon ↗
- Scarf and glovesShop Amazon ↗
Also pack
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Dress code
- Shoulders and knees must be covered in churches and the Vatican — guards turn people away.
- Carry a light scarf or shawl in summer to cover up quickly.
- Swimwear and bare chests are for the beach only; some towns fine people walking around in them.
Good weather elsewhere in December
- 🇦🇪 Dubai27° · Warm, perfect
- 🇹🇭 Thailand32° · Dry, warm
- 🇻🇳 Vietnam21° · Cool north
- 🌺 Hawaii28° · Warm, showers
- 🇲🇻 Maldives30° · Sunny, calm
- 🚢 Cruise29° · Sunny, dry