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Arêches weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

What weather conditions can you expect in Arêches this December? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Arêches tends to experience very low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Anticipate daytime highs near 0°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -9°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Arêches in December usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 164 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 75 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 Arêches. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arêches, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 164 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (35 KM, 22 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.

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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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