Florence in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Florence (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 12.3°C and lows of 3.7°C, with around 292.3mm of rain across the season (34 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Florence covers December, January, February.
Winter in Florence month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 12.4°C | 4.8°C | 158.1mm | 17 | 9/10 |
| January | 10.9°C | 2.6°C | 77.9mm | 9 | 10/10 |
| February | 13.5°C | 3.7°C | 56.3mm | 8 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Florence in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Florence?
Winter in Florence rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 12.3°C with 292.3mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Florence in winter?
Daytime highs average 12.3°C (54.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 3.7°C.
What months are winter in Florence?
Florence is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Florence · Florence annual climate · Florence in spring · Florence in summer · Florence in autumn
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Winter in Florence — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.