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Saint-Étienne Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Saint-Étienne in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Saint-Étienne in December

Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Saint-Étienne in December

If you're visiting Saint-Étienne in December, expect highs of 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows around 0°C (32°F). December is known for being in the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights drop to 0°C (32°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Saint-Étienne in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 74 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Saint-Étienne. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Saint-Étienne Temperature in December

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
82%
Sunshine
74 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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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).

What to Wear in Saint-Étienne in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Saint-Étienne in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Saint-Étienne in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

Saint-Étienne 3-Day Forecast

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