Brest weather in December (Brittany, France)

How is the weather in Brest in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Brest typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 12°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Brest in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 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. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 63 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Brest. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Brest, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 71%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 63 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24%  

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.

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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 Brest in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

Interested in more climate information?

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