Monaco Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Monaco in December.

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Monte Carlo

Planning a journey to Monaco this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Monaco in December

December in Monaco generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Monte Carlo.

For specific regional insights in Monaco, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 89 mm (3.5 in) in Monte Carlo.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Monte Carlo gets around 144 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Monaco by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Monaco - and find the best time to visit. (based on Monte Carlo)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March14°C (57°F) April16°C (61°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August26°C (79°F) September23°C (73°F) October19°C (66°F) November15°C (59°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Monaco in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Monaco.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Monaco

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Monaco?

Monte Carlo

In December Monte Carlo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

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December
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November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
144 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
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Monaco weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Monaco in December?

December in Monaco brings mixed weather. In Monte Carlo, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Monaco in December?

Daytime temperatures in Monte Carlo peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in December, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Monaco get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Monaco during December, with Monte Carlo averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Monaco?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Monaco due to the typically mixed weather in Monte Carlo.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Monte Carlo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be mixed.

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