Sixt weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

Thinking of visiting Sixt in December? Check the weather first! Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

During December, Sixt usually has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. During the day, temperatures can climb to about -1°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -10°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Sixt in December usually receives heavy snowfall, averaging around 177 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of snow according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 75 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sixt. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sixt climate page with graphs.

 

Sixt, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 177 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (16 KM, 10 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Sixt 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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