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Lons-le-Saunier Weather in December

December in Lons-le-Saunier brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). It's also the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella is a must.

Rainfall in Lons-le-Saunier in December

During the wettest month of the year, an umbrella can be your best friend to stay dry. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 15 days of rain, averaging 140 mm (5.5 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Lons-le-Saunier in December

Daytime highs in Lons-le-Saunier in December reach 8°C (46°F), with nights around 1°C (34°F). December is a notable month of the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Lons-le-Saunier in December

The city usually sees around 47 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lons-le-Saunier. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Lons-le-Saunier Temperature in December

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
140 mm (5.5 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
82% *
Sunshine
47 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
21% *
* Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (68 KM, 42 Miles).

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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 Lons-le-Saunier in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Lons-le-Saunier 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Lons-le-Saunier 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
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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