Christmas 2025 Weather Forecast: Brace Yourselves for Rain, Wind, and Snow!

After years of mild temperatures and clear skies, Christmas 2025 is shaping up to be a wet and wild affair. The so-called “Christmas Cyclone,” a vortex in the central-western Mediterranean, will bring widespread rain, wind, and a drop in temperatures, with snow even at unusually low altitudes in the North-West.

Christmas Eve Weather: Variable Conditions Across Italy

Wednesday, December 24, Christmas Eve, will see variable weather across much of Italy, especially in the North. Skies will cloud over from the morning, with widespread rain expected across most northern regions by the afternoon.

Snowfall Expected in Lower Piedmont and Ligurian Hinterland

The most significant element will be the return of snow to very low altitudes. In lower Piedmont and the Ligurian hinterland, flakes could fall as low as the hills, even lower in some places, while snowfall will become more frequent in the Alps thanks to the drop in temperature. In the Center, the weather will be unstable, with scattered showers alternating with dry spells, easing slightly towards evening. The South and the major islands will experience an autumnal Christmas Eve, with rain in Sardinia, Sicily, and Campania, accompanied by strong winds.

Christmas Day: Rain Concentrated in Central-Southern Italy

On Thursday, December 25, Christmas Day, the bad weather will be concentrated mainly in the Center-South, where Christmas will be marked by widespread rain and often overcast skies. In the North-West, the day will begin with overcast skies and low-altitude snowfall on the Piedmontese and Ligurian hills, while in the rest of the northern regions the rainfall will gradually ease, giving way to a cold but drier climate. Temperatures will fall further, bringing a cold and wintery Christmas.

Regional Weather Breakdown

Here's a more detailed look at the expected weather conditions in different parts of Italy on Christmas Day:

St. Stephen's Day: Lingering Instability

On Friday, December 26, St. Stephen's Day, the vortex will lose some of its strength. However, conditions of residual instability will persist in the Center-South and on the Islands, where scattered rain will still be possible. In the North, the weather will improve, with more open skies but still low temperatures, especially during the night and morning hours.

Temperature Outlook

The expected temperature trends across Italy during the Christmas period are summarized below:

Late December Weather: Gradual Improvement

In the rest of the country, the weather will be more stable, with clouds passing through, while temperatures will remain close to the average, confirming a typical winter climate without episodes of frost at low altitudes. The winds will decrease in intensity, leaving calmer days.

Expected Wind Conditions

Here's what to expect regarding wind intensity during the holiday period:

Weather Forecast for December 27-28

According to current projections, on Saturday, December 27, showers and thunderstorms are possible in the extreme South and on the Islands, with more sporadic rainfall in the mid-Adriatic and North-West.

Year-End Outlook: A Cold Snap on the Horizon

Sunday, December 28, is expected to bring an improvement in the North, while the Center-South will remain unstable, with temperatures rising slightly, especially the maximums. A more intense cold snap is shaping up for the end of the year.

Possible Rainfall Locations on December 27

The following table outlines where rainfall is most likely on December 27:

Long-Term Forecast Summary

To recap, here's a comprehensive overview of the weather forecast for the Christmas 2025 period in Italy:

Disclaimer

This forecast is based on current projections and is subject to change.