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Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon Weather in December

Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon in December sees low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 81 mm (3.2 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 81 mm (3.2 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon in December

December in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). December is a notable month of the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon in December

The city usually sees around 54 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

December in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 21% *  
* Data from: Lyon, France (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Best Places in France in December

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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 Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon 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

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