Vals-les-Bains Weather in December

Vals-les-Bains in December sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 102 mm (4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Vals-les-Bains in December

Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain, averaging 102 mm (4 in) in total. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Vals-les-Bains in December

Vals-les-Bains in December gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. During December, the winter season is in full swing. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Vals-les-Bains in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 90 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Vals-les-Bains. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Vals-les-Bains Temperature in December

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 102 mm (4 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 90 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Montélimar, France (32 KM, 20 Miles).

What to Wear in Vals-les-Bains in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Vals-les-Bains in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Vals-les-Bains 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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