Alsace weather in December
Considering a trip to Alsace this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Alsace in December?
Alsace is a region in France. December in Alsace generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C in Wildenstein to 11°C in Tamniès. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Tamniès and -0°C in Wildenstein.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Disneyland Paris with an average of 83 mm to high rainfall in Wildenstein with 133 mm. Strasbourg experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella. Strasbourg experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 44 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at December's conditions in Alsace, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Alsace's yearly weather, check out our Alsace climate page.
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Popular destinations in Alsace
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Alsace?
Average weather in Strasbourg
In December Strasbourg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Colmar
In December Colmar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ribeauvillé
In December Ribeauvillé generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Riquewihr
In December Riquewihr generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kaysersberg
In December Kaysersberg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Alsace, in France.
Is December the best time to visit Alsace?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Alsace with often poor weather in Strasbourg.
On average, the best time to visit Alsace is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Strasbourg. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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