Hauteluce weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the weather in Hauteluce usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

December in Hauteluce generally includes very low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 0°C. But by evening, they drop to around -9°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Hauteluce in December usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 167 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. Typically around 14 days days of snow/rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 75 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Hauteluce, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 167 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (29 KM, 18 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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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