Sardinia Weather in December

What's the weather like in Sardinia in December?

Sardinia is one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean, with long, hot summers and short, cool winters. December is the first month of the winter season in Sardinia, with mild, gradually falling temperatures, some sunshine and short-lived rain showers. If you visit Sardinia at this time of year, make sure you pack a light waterproof coat in case of wet weather, and jumpers for the cooler evenings.

Averages

The average temperature in Sardinia this month is 11°C, with highs of 15°C in the afternoons. Temperatures reach lows of 7°C after dark, so make sure you come prepared for colder nights. Just four hours of sunshine are expected each day in December, along with 40mm of rain spread across 15 showery days. If you want to take a dip in the sea this month, you’ll need to be brave as the Mediterranean waters are a refreshing 16°C. At the beginning of December, the sun rises around 7.30am and sets just before 5pm.