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Épernay Weather in December

December in Épernay averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. It is the wettest month of the year, with 84 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall on average, so waterproof gear is a must.

Rainfall in Épernay in December

Expect frequent showers this month, so make sure to have an umbrella to keep yourself dry. This month experiences about 16 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 84 mm (3.3 in). The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Épernay in December

December in Épernay sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. December is a notable month of the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Épernay in December

The city usually sees around 46 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 Épernay. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Épernay Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 46 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Reims, France (24 KM, 15 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 Épernay in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Épernay in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Épernay 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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