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Corsica Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Corsica in December

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Casamaccioli at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Bonifacio at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Bonifacio and 2°C (36°F) in Casamaccioli.

To explore the conditions in Corsica, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Centuri with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Appietto with 128 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Porto-Vecchio receives about 122 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Corsica in December

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

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 Corsica

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

Temperature range in Corsica (December)

Precipitation variation in Corsica (December)

Porto-Vecchio

In December Porto-Vecchio generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
122 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Porto-Vecchio →

Ajaccio

In December Ajaccio generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
122 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ajaccio →

Calvi

In December Calvi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
138 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Calvi →

Bonifacio

In December Bonifacio generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
118 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Bonifacio →

Propriano

In December Propriano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
122 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Propriano →

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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 Corsica in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ajaccio 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Bastia 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Porto-Vecchio 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Calvi 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Bonifacio 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Propriano 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)

Corsica weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Corsica, France typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Porto-Vecchio average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

In Porto-Vecchio, the average daytime high in December is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

December is on the drier side in Corsica, France. Porto-Vecchio averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Corsica, France?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Corsica, France with overall tolerable weather in Porto-Vecchio. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Porto-Vecchio. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and November tend to be unpleasant.

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