Argentière weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Argentière this December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During December, Argentière usually has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. December is part of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -3°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -11°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Argentière in December usually receives heavy snowfall, averaging around 163 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 16 days days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 75 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Argentière. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Argentière, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 163 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (8 KM, 5 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?

Visitors traveling to Argentière 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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