Alpe-d'Huez weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Alpe-d'Huez during December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Alpe-d'Huez typically brings very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 1°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -8°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Precipitation

Alpe-d'Huez in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 143 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 73 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Alpe-d'Huez. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alpe-d'Huez climate page with graphs.

 

Alpe-d'Huez, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 143 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 73 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in France in December

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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