Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

Thinking of visiting Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne in December? Check the weather first! Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -0°C, while nights can cool down to about -9°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 146 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 14 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 60 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne climate page with graphs.

 

Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 146 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 60 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chambéry, France (46 KM, 28 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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-Jean-de-Maurienne 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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