Besançon weather in December (Franche-Comté, France)
Planning a trip to Besançon in December? This guide provides all the details you need.
In December, Besançon generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 8°C, while night temperatures can drop to 1°C.
Besançon in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.
The city usually sees around 65 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Besançon. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Besançon climate page with graphs.
Besançon, monthly averages in December
Where to go in France in December
Find out more about the weather in France in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in Besançon in December?
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 in December.
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