Arcachon weather in December (Aquitaine, France)

Looking to travel to Arcachon in December? 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, Arcachon typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Arcachon in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 83 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Arcachon. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arcachon, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 83 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 27% *  

* Data from: Bordeaux, France (42 KM, 26 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Arcachon in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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