Venice vs Rome

Venice and Rome 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.

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

Venice reaches an average high of 8°C (46°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Rome averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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.

Venice receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 92 mm over 11 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%.