Pays de la Loire Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Pays de la Loire, France in December.

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Les Sables-dʼOlonne Nantes Le Mans La Tranche-sur-Mer

Planning a getaway to the Pays de la Loire, 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 Pays de la Loire in December

The Pays de la Loire, France is a region in France. December in the Pays de la Loire generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Montmirail at 9°C (48°F) to mild in L'Ile d'Yeu at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in L'Ile d'Yeu and 3°C (37°F) in Montmirail.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Pays de la Loire, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Le Puy-Notre-Dame with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Les Sables-dʼOlonne with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Les Sables-dʼOlonne receives around 75 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore the Pays de la Loire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Pays de la Loire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Les Sables-dʼOlonne)

January11°C (52°F) February11°C (52°F) March13°C (55°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September21°C (70°F) October18°C (64°F) November14°C (57°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Pays de la Loire in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Pays de la Loire.

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 Pays de la Loire

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Pays de la Loire, France?

Temperature range in the Pays de la Loire (December)

Precipitation variation in the Pays de la Loire (December)

Les Sables-dʼOlonne

In December Les Sables-dʼOlonne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Les Sables-dʼOlonne →

Nantes

In December Nantes 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)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
77 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Nantes →

Le Mans

In December Le Mans generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Le Mans →

La Tranche-sur-Mer

In December La Tranche-sur-Mer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in La Tranche-sur-Mer →

Angers

In December Angers generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Angers →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Pays de la Loire, 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 Pays de la Loire in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Les Sables-dʼOlonne 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Nantes 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Le Mans 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 77 mm (3 in)
La Tranche-sur-Mer 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Angers 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Saint-Jean-de-Monts 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

The Pays de la Loire weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Pays de la Loire, France in December?

Expect poor weather across the Pays de la Loire, France in December. The popular destination of Les Sables-dʼOlonne averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in the Pays de la Loire, France in December?

Average temperatures in the Pays de la Loire, France during December range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Les Sables-dʼOlonne.

Does the Pays de la Loire, France get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in the Pays de la Loire, France. Average rainfall in Les Sables-dʼOlonne sits around 107 mm (4.2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Pays de la Loire, France?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Pays de la Loire, France due to the typically poor weather in Les Sables-dʼOlonne.

On average, the best time to visit the Pays de la Loire, France is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Les Sables-dʼOlonne. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have poor weather conditions.

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