Auvergne Weather in December

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

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Gannay-sur-Loire Clermont-Ferrand Vichy Le Mont-Dore

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

What to Expect in Auvergne in December

Auvergne, France is a region in France. December in Auvergne generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Saint-Flour to 10°C (50°F) in Bagnac. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Bagnac and -1°C (30°F) in Saint-Flour.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Saint-Didier-sur-Doulon with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high snow/rainfall in Salers with 134 mm (5.3 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Gannay-sur-Loire receives roughly 57 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Auvergne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Auvergne - and find the best time to visit. (based on Gannay-sur-Loire)

January8°C (46°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) July28°C (82°F) This monthAugust28°C (82°F) September23°C (73°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Auvergne in December

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

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 Auvergne

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

Temperature range in Auvergne (December)

Precipitation variation in Auvergne (December)

Gannay-sur-Loire

In December Gannay-sur-Loire 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 less favorable 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
77 hours
57 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gannay-sur-Loire →

Clermont-Ferrand

In December Clermont-Ferrand 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 less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
57 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Clermont-Ferrand →

Vichy

In December Vichy 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 less favorable 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
77 hours
57 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Vichy →

Le Mont-Dore

In December Le Mont-Dore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Le Mont-Dore →

Le Puy en Velay

In December Le Puy en Velay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
74 hours
83 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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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 Auvergne in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gannay-sur-Loire 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Clermont-Ferrand 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Vichy 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Le Mont-Dore 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Le Puy en Velay 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
La Bourboule 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Auvergne weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Auvergne, France typically experiences less favorable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Gannay-sur-Loire average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Gannay-sur-Loire averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

Does Auvergne, France get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Gannay-sur-Loire averages just 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Auvergne, France.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Auvergne, France?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Gannay-sur-Loire, December may not be the ideal time to visit Auvergne, France.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Gannay-sur-Loire. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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