Arques Weather in December

December in Arques typically sees daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). As the wettest month of the year, expect more rainfall than other months. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Arques in December

Being the wettest month, having an umbrella on standby can help you avoid getting caught in the rain. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Arques in December

Daytime temperatures in Arques reach 9°C (48°F) in December, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Arques in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 51 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Arques. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Arques Temperature in December

Min Temperature 3°C (37°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 79 mm (3.1 in)  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Lille, France (54 KM, 33 Miles).

What to Wear in Arques in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Arques in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Arques in December

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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