Lorraine weather in December
Thinking about venturing to Lorraine this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Lorraine in December?
Lorraine is a region in France. December in Lorraine generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During December, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C in Basse-sur-le-Rupt to 7°C in Revigny-sur-Ornain. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Revigny-sur-Ornain and -1°C in Basse-sur-le-Rupt.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pont-à-Mousson with an average of 89 mm to heavy rainfall in Vagney with 166 mm. Metz experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella. The city Metz usually sees around 46 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Lorraine for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Lorraine climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Lorraine?
Average weather in Metz
In December Metz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Gérardmer
In December Gérardmer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Nancy
In December Nancy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Xonrupt-Longemer
In December Xonrupt-Longemer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Plombières-les-Bains
In December Plombières-les-Bains generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high 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 Lorraine, in France.
Is December the best time to visit Lorraine?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Lorraine with often poor weather in Metz.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Metz. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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