Month guide · Corfu · Greece
Corfu in December
What December is really like in Corfu: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
December is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 15°C (59°F), lows of 7°C (45°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 9.4 hours of daylight. The wettest month; Corfu Town has Christmas lights and decorations on the Spianada and Liston.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 15°C (59°F) / 7°C (45°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 9.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 17°C (63°F)
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in December
December is the 11th-warmest month in Corfu: days average 15°C (59°F) against a yearly average high of 22°C (72°F), and nights fall to about 7°C (45°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 31 days. Compared with November (19°C (66°F)), December is cooler; by January highs stay near 14°C (57°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 07:54
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 17:17
- Daylight
- About 9.4 hours
- Sea
- 17°C (63°F)
Winter (December–February). Mild but wet, with most resort accommodation closed; Corfu Town remains open and quiet.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 1 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes December one of the better-value months to book.
Events in December
- Christmas celebrations in Corfu Town
- Feast of Saint Spyridon (12 December)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Landmark · Corfu Town
Spianada and the Liston
The Spianada is one of the largest squares in Greece, with a cricket pitch introduced during British rule and a Doric-style rotunda.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- After dark
- Food
Palace · Gastouri
Achilleion Palace
Arrive at opening or late in the afternoon to avoid the tour coaches that visit in the middle of the day.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Views
Viewpoint · Kanoni
Kanoni, Vlacherna Monastery and Mouse Island
From the Kanoni viewpoint south of town, the white Vlacherna Monastery sits on an islet reached by a causeway, with tree-covered Pontikonisi (Mouse Island) behind it.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
- Photo spot
- Kids
Castle · Corfu Town
Old Fortress
Climb to the lighthouse in the late afternoon for the best light over the old town's rooftops.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Views
- Photo spot
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 15°C, lows near 7°C and 13 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is December a good time to visit Corfu?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, May–June and September are better overall. Compare every month.
Corfu in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Corfu?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The wettest month; Corfu Town has Christmas lights and decorations on the Spianada and Liston.
+How warm is Corfu in December?
Average highs are around 15°C (59°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Corfu in December?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.