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Chalais Weather in December

December in Chalais brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Chalais in December

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 82 mm (3.2 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 Chalais in December

December in Chalais brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). 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 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Chalais in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 66 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

December in Chalais has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Chalais Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 66 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25% *  
* Data from: Poitiers, France (67 KM, 41 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 Chalais 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Chalais in December

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

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

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