Valmeinier weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is Valmeinier a good destination in December, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Valmeinier typically includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -2°C, while nights can cool down to about -10°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Valmeinier in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Expect around 14 days of snow based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 73 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Valmeinier. 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 Valmeinier climate page with graphs.

 

Valmeinier, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 134 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 73 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (59 KM, 36 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 Valmeinier 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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