Weather in Corfu in December

How December compares

December is the 10th warmest month of the year in Corfu and ranks 97th of 134 destinations we compare for December - see where else is hot in December. Within Greece it is 32nd of 44 (Greece in December). Against London's average high of 7.7°C in December, Corfu is 5.6°C warmer by day and 7.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in December

The typical December day in Corfu peaks at 13.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.4°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 10.1°C; one night in ten drops to 6.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest December day here reached 19.8°C (2010-12-01) and the coldest night 1.2°C (1991-12-09).

Rain in December

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 14 days with 1 mm or more, 191 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest December was 2020 with 439 mm, the driest 2015 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in December

The sea averages 17.3°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.3°C to 18.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 3.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:54 and sets about 17:17 local time in mid-December. Average cloud cover is 57%.

Is December a good time to visit Corfu?

December is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Corfu on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Milder than London, but still jacket weather

December feels milder in Corfu than in London, but the difference is not enough to make it a warm-weather holiday. London's average daytime high is 7.7°C, compared with 13.3°C in Corfu, so walking outdoors should be more comfortable when it is dry. Pack layers and a jacket rather than relying on light holiday clothes. Average night-time lows are 10.1°C, with the coldest nights reaching 6.5°C or below, making warmer clothing useful after dark. The warmest days reach 16.4°C or more, but treat that as a bonus, not the basis for your packing. This month suits travellers who prefer cool conditions to midday heat.

Plan around rain, short days and a cold sea

Rain is the main catch, so avoid building the trip around outdoor plans that cannot shift. With about 14 rainy days, a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet weather are more useful than extra beachwear. There are about 3.9 hours of sunshine within 9.2 hours of daylight, so plan outdoor time for the brighter spells rather than expecting sunshine throughout the day. The sea averages 17.3°C and remains cold even at the warmer end of its December range. For most holidaymakers, that makes time beside the water more appealing than time in it. If warm swimming and long sunny days are essential, December is not a good match.