Occitanie Weather in December

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

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Toulouse Montpellier Carcassonne Vendres-Plage

Planning a journey to Occitanie, 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 Occitanie in December

Occitanie, France is a region in France. December in Occitanie generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Albi at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Vendres-Plage at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Vendres-Plage and 3°C (37°F) in Albi.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nîmes with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Albi with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Toulouse receives around 86 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 Occitanie in December

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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 Occitanie

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

Temperature range in Occitanie (December)

Precipitation variation in Occitanie (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 »
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
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Toulouse →

Montpellier

In December Montpellier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
138 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Montpellier →

Carcassonne

In December Carcassonne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
93 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Carcassonne →

Vendres-Plage

In December Vendres-Plage generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
138 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vendres-Plage →

Nîmes

In December Nîmes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
137 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nîmes →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Toulouse 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Montpellier 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Carcassonne 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Vendres-Plage 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Nîmes 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Albi 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

Occitanie weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Occitanie, France generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Toulouse sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Toulouse peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in December, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

Does Occitanie, 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 Occitanie, France.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Occitanie, France?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Occitanie, France due to the typically unpleasant weather in Toulouse.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Toulouse. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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