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Brest weather in December (Brittany, France)

How is December weather typically in Brest? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Brest typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 12°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 7°C.

Precipitation

Brest in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Expect frequent showers this month, so make sure to have an umbrella to keep yourself dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 63 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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 and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

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

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