Ardèche

Ardèche Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Ardèche, France in December.

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Guilherand-Granges Aubenas Tournon-sur-Rhône Privas

Planning a trip to the Ardèche, France this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Ardèche in December

The Ardèche, France is a region in France. December in the Ardèche generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Guilherand-Granges.

For specific regional insights in the Ardèche, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Guilherand-Granges with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Aubenas with 103 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Guilherand-Granges receives about 90 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in the Ardèche in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Ardèche.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Ardèche

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Ardèche, France?

Temperature range in the Ardèche (December)

Precipitation variation in the Ardèche (December)

Guilherand-Granges

In December Guilherand-Granges generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
90 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Guilherand-Granges →

Aubenas

In December Aubenas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
90 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aubenas →

Tournon-sur-Rhône

In December Tournon-sur-Rhône generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
74 hours
83 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tournon-sur-Rhône →

Privas

In December Privas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
90 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Privas →

Annonay

In December Annonay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
74 hours
83 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Annonay →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Ardèche, in France.

In our records: France December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in France dropped to -25°C (-13°F) in Val Thorens on December 29, 2014.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Ardèche in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Guilherand-Granges 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aubenas 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Tournon-sur-Rhône 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Privas 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Annonay 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 75 mm (3 in)

The Ardèche weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Ardèche, France in December?

the Ardèche, France typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Guilherand-Granges average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Ardèche, France in December?

In Guilherand-Granges, the average daytime high in December is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

Does the Ardèche, France get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Guilherand-Granges averages just 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Ardèche, France.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Ardèche, France?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Guilherand-Granges, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Ardèche, France.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Guilherand-Granges. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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