Poitou-Charentes Weather in December

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

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Royan Saint-Palais-sur-Mer La Palmyre Ronce-les-Bains

Are you planning a trip a to the Poitou-Charentes, France in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Poitou-Charentes in December

The Poitou-Charentes, France is a region in France. December in the Poitou-Charentes 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 the temperature is cold in Brigueuil at 10°C (50°F) and mild in La Palmyre at 12°C (54°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in La Palmyre and 3°C (37°F) in Brigueuil.

To explore the conditions in the Poitou-Charentes, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thouars with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Les Portes with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Royan receives around 75 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 Poitou-Charentes 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 the Poitou-Charentes

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

Temperature range in the Poitou-Charentes (December)

Precipitation variation in the Poitou-Charentes (December)

Royan

In December Royan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Royan →

Saint-Palais-sur-Mer

In December Saint-Palais-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Saint-Palais-sur-Mer →

La Palmyre

In December La Palmyre generally has moderate 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 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
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in La Palmyre →

Ronce-les-Bains

In December Ronce-les-Bains generally has moderate 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 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
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ronce-les-Bains →

Vaux-sur-Mer

In December Vaux-sur-Mer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
75 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vaux-sur-Mer →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Royan 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Saint-Palais-sur-Mer 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
La Palmyre 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Ronce-les-Bains 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Vaux-sur-Mer 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Poitiers 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

The Poitou-Charentes weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Poitou-Charentes, France in December?

the Poitou-Charentes, France typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Royan average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Poitou-Charentes, France in December?

In Royan, the average daytime high in December is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does the Poitou-Charentes, France get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Poitou-Charentes, France during December, with Royan averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Poitou-Charentes, France?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to the Poitou-Charentes, France with often unpleasant weather in Royan.

On average, the best time to visit the Poitou-Charentes, France is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Royan. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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