Rome vs Venice

Rome and Venice are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Rome is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Venice is cooler at 8°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Venice is the stronger choice in December. Rome receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Rome reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Venice averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and 3°C (37°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Rome receives approximately 92 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Venice sees 79 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Venice the drier option by 3 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.