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Villa Melzi and the lakefront at Bellagio on Lake Como

Lake Como in December

Christmas markets and lights

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

December is one of the weakest months in Lake Como.

December has Como's Christmas markets and lights, with the lake otherwise quiet.

4.9/10 overall2–9°CLow-Moderate crowds€€€
Weather3/10
Crowds7/10
Prices€€€
Events6/10

December in detail

What December actually feels like

Weather
2–9°C
Cold and damp with occasional clear, bright days.
Crowds
Low-Moderate
Fairly relaxed, with busier moments at the headline sights.
Prices
€€€
Mid-range hotel rates.

+Lights and markets in Como.

–Cold and short days.

My tip for December

Visit Como's markets on weekdays for fewer crowds.

  • Christmas markets
  • Quiet stay

How December compares

Against the other eleven months

12th of 12 overall in Lake Como, 11th for weather, 5th for space, 5th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

See all twelve months for Lake Como

Plan around

What’s on in Lake Como in December

Seasonal closures

November–March

Many hotels, villas and ferries reduce or stop service.

Not set on December?

Months I'd choose over December

Weather

Weather in Lake Como in December

In December Lake Como averages a high of 9°C (48°F) and a low of 2°C (36°F), with about 66 mm of rain or snow over 9 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 6°C); the wettest month is May.

Average high
9°C
48°F
Average low
2°C
36°F
Precipitation
66 mm
Wet days
9

Climate data: Published climate normals. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Lake Como in December: the questions people ask

Is December a good time to visit Lake Como?
December is one of the weakest months in Lake Como. It ranks 12 of 12 months in Lake Como overall (11 for weather, 5 for space, 5 for value). The main upside: Lights and markets in Como. The main downside: Cold and short days.
What is the weather like in Lake Como in December?
Average highs are around 9°C and lows around 2°C. Expect about 66 mm of rain or snow over roughly 9 wet days. Cold and damp with occasional clear, bright days. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 6°C).
Is Lake Como crowded in December?
Crowds are low-moderate. Fairly relaxed, with busier moments at the headline sights. The quietest month is January.
How expensive is Lake Como in December?
Prices are at level 3 of 5 (€€€). Mid-range hotel rates. The best-value month is January.
When is the best time to visit Lake Como?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, September is the best month overall (December ranks 12 of 12). The quietest month is January and the best value is January.

Still going to Lake Como in December?

Book early and plan around the busiest hours — cold and short days.

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