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La Rochelle weather in December (Poitou-Charentes, France)

What weather conditions can you expect in La Rochelle this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, La Rochelle tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 12°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

La Rochelle in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 75 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit La Rochelle. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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La Rochelle, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 88%  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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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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
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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