What to pack for Split in December
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 19 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Split: April–June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Split guide.
Split in December: the details
In December, Split sees average daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and overnight lows of 7°C (44°F). Rainfall totals roughly 219 mm across 14.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 5.5 hours per day with 8.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the second-wettest in Split. The sunniest month is July (13.6 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 13°C / 55°F |
| Overnight low | 7°C / 44°F |
| Rainfall | 219 mm over 14.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 5.5 h/day (8.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 4.9 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Split, Croatia (43.51, 16.44) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Split in December?
Daytime highs in Split in December average 13°C (55°F); nights drop to about 7°C.
Does it rain in Split in December?
Expect around 14.3 rainy days and 219 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Split?
December is a challenging month to visit Split — consider April–June & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 4.9/10. The best months are April–June & September–October.
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