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Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée Weather in December

Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée in December averages 5°C (41°F) during the day and -4°C (25°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée in December

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 89 mm (3.5 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée in December

December in Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée brings low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -4°C (25°F). December is known for being in the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows of -4°C (25°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 144 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

December in Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C (25°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 144 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Best Places in France in December

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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 (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-Sauveur-sur-Tinée in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée in December

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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