Island of Ré Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Island of Ré, France in December.

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Saint-Martin-de-Ré La Flotte Sainte-Marie-de-Ré La Couarde-sur-Mer

Planning a journey to Island of Ré, France this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Island of Ré in December

Island of Ré, France is a region in France. December in Island of Ré generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

To explore the conditions in Island of Ré, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rivedoux-Plage with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Les Portes with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Saint-Martin-de-Ré experiences about 75 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Island of Ré by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Island of Ré - and find the best time to visit. (based on Saint-Martin-de-Ré)

January11°C (52°F) February11°C (52°F) March13°C (55°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September22°C (72°F) October18°C (64°F) November14°C (57°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Island of Ré in December

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

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 Island of Ré

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

Temperature range in Island of Ré (December)

Precipitation variation in Island of Ré (December)

Saint-Martin-de-Ré

In December Saint-Martin-de-Ré generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Saint-Martin-de-Ré →

La Flotte

In December La Flotte generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
Climate in La Flotte →

Sainte-Marie-de-Ré

In December Sainte-Marie-de-Ré generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
Climate in Sainte-Marie-de-Ré →

La Couarde-sur-Mer

In December La Couarde-sur-Mer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in La Couarde-sur-Mer →

Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré

In December Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré →

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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 Island of Ré in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Martin-de-Ré 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 101 mm (4 in)
La Flotte 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Sainte-Marie-de-Ré 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
La Couarde-sur-Mer 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Ars-en-Ré 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

Island of Ré weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Island of Ré, France in December?

December in Island of Ré, France brings less favorable weather. In Saint-Martin-de-Ré, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Island of Ré, France in December?

Average temperatures in Island of Ré, France during December range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

Does Island of Ré, France get a lot of rain in December?

Saint-Martin-de-Ré typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 101 mm (4 in) on average across Island of Ré, France.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Island of Ré, France?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Island of Ré, France due to the typically less favorable weather in Saint-Martin-de-Ré.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Saint-Martin-de-Ré. In contrast, December tends to have less favorable weather conditions.

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