Midi-Pyrénées Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Midi-Pyrénées, France in December.

Thinking about venturing to the Midi-Pyrénées, France this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Midi-Pyrénées in December

The Midi-Pyrénées, France is a region in France. December in the Midi-Pyrénées generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Gavarnie at 4°C (39°F) to mild in Barbotan-les-Thermes at 12°C (54°F). At night it cools down to 4°C (39°F) in Barbotan-les-Thermes and -4°C (25°F) in Gavarnie.

For a closer look at conditions across the Midi-Pyrénées, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Merville with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Arcizans-Avant with 133 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Toulouse receives about 86 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore the Midi-Pyrénées by month

Best Places to Visit in the Midi-Pyrénées in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Midi-Pyrénées.

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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 the Midi-Pyrénées

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Midi-Pyrénées, France?

Temperature range in the Midi-Pyrénées (December)

Precipitation variation in the Midi-Pyrénées (December)

Toulouse

In December Toulouse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
86 hours
92 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Lourdes

In December Lourdes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Saint-Lary-Soulan

In December Saint-Lary-Soulan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Cauterets

In December Cauterets generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Ax-les-Thermes

In December Ax-les-Thermes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
93 hours
96 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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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 the Midi-Pyrénées in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Toulouse 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Lourdes 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Saint-Lary-Soulan 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Cauterets 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Ax-les-Thermes 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Luchon 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

The Midi-Pyrénées weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Midi-Pyrénées, France in December?

December in the Midi-Pyrénées, France brings unpleasant weather. In Toulouse, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in the Midi-Pyrénées, France in December?

Toulouse averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does the Midi-Pyrénées, France get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Toulouse averages just 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Midi-Pyrénées, France.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Midi-Pyrénées, France?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Toulouse, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Midi-Pyrénées, France.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Toulouse. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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