Weather in December in Dordogne
Considering a trip to Dordogne 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 Dordogne in December?
Dordogne is a region in France. December in 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 and nighttime temperatures around 3°C in Sarlat-la-Canéda.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bergerac with an average of 80 mm to moderate rainfall in Périgueux with 90 mm.Average sunshine
Sarlat-la-Canéda experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 79 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor a closer look at December's conditions in Dordogne, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Dordogne's yearly weather, check out our Dordogne climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Dordogne?
Sarlat-la-Canéda
In December Sarlat-la-Canéda generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Bergerac
In December Bergerac generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Périgueux
In December Périgueux generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Domme
In December Domme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Lalinde
In December Lalinde generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Dordogne, in France.
Is December the best time to visit Dordogne?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Dordogne 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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