Temperature in The French Riviera in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the French Riviera, France this December.

The French Riviera, France, a region in France, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 12°C (54°F) in Grasse to 14°C (57°F) in Saint-Tropez. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Saint-Tropez and 4°C (39°F) in Grasse. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the French Riviera, France in December?

To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of the French Riviera, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in the French Riviera in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The French Riviera temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the French Riviera, France in December?

Cannes averages a daytime high of 13°C (55°F) in December, which is moderate for the French Riviera, France.

How cold does it get at night in the French Riviera, France in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Cannes typically drop to around 8°C (46°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in the French Riviera, France?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Saint-Tropez is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 14°C (57°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 8°C (46°F).

What is the coldest city in December in the French Riviera, France?

The coldest city in December in the French Riviera, France is Grasse when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 12°C (54°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 4°C (39°F).

How much sun does the French Riviera, France get in December?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 137 hours of sunlight expected in Cannes. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 15°C (59°F) in Monaco this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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