Dunkerque weather in December (Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France)

Thinking of visiting Dunkerque in December? Check the weather first! Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Dunkerque typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 9°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Dunkerque in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Historically, the month has about 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 48 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dunkerque. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dunkerque, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 93% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ostend, Belgium (38 KM, 24 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.

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?

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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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