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Saint-Gervais-les-Bains weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains during December? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains typically experiences very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. December is part of the winter season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to -1°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -10°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains in December usually receives heavy snowfall, averaging around 180 mm for the month. Expect frequent, heavy rain this month, marking the peak rainfall period. A poncho will help protect you from getting soaked. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snowfall.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 75 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 180 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in France in December

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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