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Arc 2000 weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

Curious about the December weather in Arc 2000? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Arc 2000 generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -11°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Arc 2000 in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of snow are anticipated.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 75 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Arc 2000. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arc 2000 climate page with graphs.

 

Arc 2000, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 147 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in France in December

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

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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 Arc 2000 in December?

Visitors traveling to Arc 2000 should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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