Picardy Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Picardy, 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 Picardy in December

Picardy, France is a region in France. December in Picardy generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Fourmies to 9°C (48°F) in Fort-Mahon-Plage. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Fort-Mahon-Plage and 2°C (36°F) in Fourmies.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Picardy, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sourdon with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Quend-Plage with 112 mm (4.4 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Amiens.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Amiens receives about 55 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Picardy by month

Best Places to Visit in Picardy in December

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

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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 Picardy

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

Temperature range in Picardy (December)

Precipitation variation in Picardy (December)

Amiens

In December Amiens 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
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
71 hours
55 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

In December Saint-Valery-sur-Somme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
55 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Quend

In December Quend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
55 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Beauvais

In December Beauvais 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
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
75 hours
58 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Le Crotoy

In December Le Crotoy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
55 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 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 Picardy in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amiens 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Quend 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Beauvais 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Le Crotoy 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Mers-les-Bains 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

Picardy weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Picardy, France brings poor weather. In Amiens, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Amiens peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

Does Picardy, France get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Picardy, France. Amiens averages only about 79 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Picardy, France?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Amiens, December may not be the ideal time to visit Picardy, France.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Amiens. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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