Courmayeur weather in December (Valle d'Aosta, Italy)

How is December weather typically in Courmayeur? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Courmayeur typically includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. Experience the winter season in December. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -4°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -11°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Courmayeur in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 75 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Courmayeur. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Courmayeur, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 147 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Italy in December

Find out more about the weather in Italy and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

Visitors traveling to Courmayeur should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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