Carcassonne Weather in December
December in Carcassonne brings low temperatures around 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 77 mm (3 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Carcassonne in December
Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 77 mm (3 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Carcassonne in December
Carcassonne in December gets highs of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Carcassonne in December
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 93 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Carcassonne.
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Carcassonne Temperature in December
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
77 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
84%
Sunshine
93 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Carcassonne typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 11°C (52°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 5°C (41°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Carcassonne in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Carcassonne spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Carcassonne historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Carcassonne between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The warmest day in December was on December 11, 1994, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- On December 21, 2001, Carcassonne saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at -1°C (30°F).
- The coldest night in December in Carcassonne was on December 27, 2010, with a minimum of -7°C (19°F).
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What to Wear in Carcassonne in December
The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.What To Do in Carcassonne in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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