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Châtel weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Châtel during December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Châtel includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 2°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -7°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Châtel in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 149 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 57 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 Châtel. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Châtel, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 149 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26% *  
* Data from: Lausanne, Switzerland (32 KM, 19 Miles).

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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?

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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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