The Loire weather in December
Planning a getaway to the Loire 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 is the weather like in the Loire in December?
The Loire is a region in France. December in the Loire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Saint-Étienne to 10°C in Loire Valley. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Loire Valley and 0°C in Saint-Étienne.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Étienne with an average of 70 mm to moderate rainfall in Loire Valley with 77 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 74 hours of sunlight in Saint-Étienne. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
For specific regional insights in the Loire for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our the Loire climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 3 most popular destinations in the Loire?
Saint-Étienne
In December Saint-Étienne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Saint-Chamond
In December Saint-Chamond generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Loire Valley
In December Loire Valley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Loire, in France.
Is December the best time to visit the Loire?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Loire due to the typically poor weather in Saint-Étienne.
Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Saint-Étienne. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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