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Étretat weather in December (Upper Normandy, France)

Wondering what the weather is like in Étretat during December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Étretat tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. Winter occurs in December. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 10°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 6°C.

Precipitation

Étretat in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 143 mm for the month. Since this month has the highest rainfall, keep an umbrella with you to handle sudden showers. On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 59 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Étretat, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 143 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 59 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Le Havre, France (24 KM, 15 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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