Verdict: Good month
Matera Weather in December
December is mild-to-cool in Matera, topping out near 13°C (55°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Rain is occasional — about 7 wet days in a typical year. Overall, December is a solid month to visit Matera.
Average high
13°C / 55°F
Average low
5°C / 41°F
Rain days
~7
Precipitation
58 mm
What to pack for Matera in December
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Matera: Jul (34°C / 93°F) · Coolest: Jan (11°C / 52°F) · Wettest: May (~10 rain days)
11°
3°
Jan
13°
4°
Feb
14°
4°
Mar
18°
7°
Apr
24°
12°
May
30°
18°
Jun
34°
21°
Jul
33°
20°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
22°
12°
Oct
17°
8°
Nov
13°
5°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)