Nord Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Nord, France in December.

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Lille Valenciennes Villeneuve d'Ascq Tourcoing

Planning a getaway to the Nord, France 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 to Expect in the Nord in December

The Nord, France is a region in France. December in the Nord generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Liessies to 9°C (48°F) in Dunkerque. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Dunkerque and 2°C (36°F) in Liessies.

For specific regional insights in the Nord, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bergues with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Fourmies with 101 mm (4 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Lille receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Lille receives around 51 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in the Nord in December

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

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 the Nord

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

Temperature range in the Nord (December)

Precipitation variation in the Nord (December)

Lille

In December Lille generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Lille →

Valenciennes

In December Valenciennes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Valenciennes →

Villeneuve d'Ascq

In December Villeneuve d'Ascq generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Villeneuve d'Ascq →

Tourcoing

In December Tourcoing generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Tourcoing →

Dunkerque

In December Dunkerque generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
48 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Dunkerque →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Nord, in France.

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 Nord in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lille 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Valenciennes 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Villeneuve d'Ascq 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Tourcoing 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Dunkerque 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Cambrai 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

The Nord weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Nord, France in December?

the Nord, France typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Lille average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Nord, France in December?

In Lille, the average daytime high in December is 8°C (46°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does the Nord, France get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Nord, France during December, with Lille averaging close to 75 mm (3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Nord, France?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Nord, France due to the typically poor weather in Lille.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Lille. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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