Flaine weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the December weather in Flaine compare to other months? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

December in Flaine generally includes very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. December is part of the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -0°C. But by evening, they drop to around -10°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Flaine in December usually receives heavy snowfall, averaging around 180 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of snow this month.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 75 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

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

 

Flaine, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 180 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in France in December

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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 Flaine 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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