Dordogne

Dordogne Weather in December

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

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Sarlat-la-Canéda Bergerac Périgueux Domme

Planning a getaway to the Dordogne, France this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Dordogne in December

The Dordogne, France is a region in France. December in the Dordogne generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Sarlat-la-Canéda.

For a closer look at conditions across the Dordogne, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bergerac with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Périgueux with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Sarlat-la-Canéda receives around 79 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dordogne in December

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

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 Dordogne

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

Temperature range in the Dordogne (December)

Precipitation variation in the Dordogne (December)

Sarlat-la-Canéda

In December Sarlat-la-Canéda generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
79 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda →

Bergerac

In December Bergerac generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
79 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bergerac →

Périgueux

In December Périgueux generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
79 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Périgueux →

Domme

In December Domme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
79 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Domme →

Lalinde

In December Lalinde generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
79 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Lalinde →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sarlat-la-Canéda 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Bergerac 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Périgueux 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Domme 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Lalinde 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
La Roque-Gageac 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

The Dordogne weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

the Dordogne, France typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Sarlat-la-Canéda average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Sarlat-la-Canéda peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in December, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

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

December is on the drier side in the Dordogne, France. Sarlat-la-Canéda averages only about 86 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Dordogne, France due to the typically unpleasant weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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