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Ax-les-Thermes Weather in December

Ax-les-Thermes in December sees low daytime temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows of -3°C (27°F). With just 79 mm (3.1 in) of snow/rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Ax-les-Thermes in December

Enjoy minimal rain interruptions this month. The dry conditions make it a reliable choice for outdoor plans, even if it's not beach weather. Historically, December sees about 12 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 79 mm (3.1 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Ax-les-Thermes in December

In December, Ax-les-Thermes gets low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights cool to around -3°C (27°F). December marks the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights are well below freezing at -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.

Sunshine in Ax-les-Thermes in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 93 hours of sunshine.

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

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Ax-les-Thermes Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 79 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 93 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Carcassonne, France (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Best Places in France in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ax-les-Thermes in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Ax-les-Thermes in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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