Poitiers weather in December (Poitou-Charentes, France)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Poitiers this December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In December, Poitiers usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 10°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C.
Precipitation
Poitiers in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 66 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 Poitiers. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Poitiers climate page with graphs.
Poitiers, monthly averages in December
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.
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.
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