December weather forecast
Saint-Étienne, France

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Weather in December

December in Saint-Étienne welcomes the festive season with cold winter temperatures, averaging from 0.6°C (33.1°F) to 6.3°C (43.3°F), and the return of significant snowfall. It marks the end of the year with shorter daylight hours and less sunshine. Despite the lower temperatures and increased snowfall, the city morphs into a winter wonderland, with twinkling holiday lights and festive decorations creating a magical ambiance throughout the city. This period becomes the time for indulging in winter sports, savoring hot beverages, and celebrating the festive spirit of the season.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Saint-Étienne experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from 9.6°C (49.3°F) in November to a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F). Saint-Étienne encounters a steady low-temperature average of 0.6°C (33.1°F) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Saint-Étienne are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Saint-Étienne, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 511mm (20.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saint-Étienne are January through May, October through December. In Saint-Étienne, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 29mm (1.14") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint-Étienne, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 268mm (10.55") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 17:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 17:09 CET.

Sunshine

In Saint-Étienne, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Saint-Étienne?

In December, in Saint-Étienne, the average high-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 0.6°C (33.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Saint-Étienne?

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in December in Saint-Étienne?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saint-Étienne, France, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Saint-Étienne in December?

In Saint-Étienne, France, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint-Étienne?

In December, in Saint-Étienne, France, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 29mm (1.14") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint-Étienne?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint-Étienne, France.

How many hours of daylight does Saint-Étienne have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint-Étienne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 17:00. On the last day of the month, in Saint-Étienne, France, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 17:09 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint-Étienne?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint-Étienne, France, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Saint-Étienne?

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint-Étienne are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Saint-Étienne?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Saint-Étienne is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average temperature in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average pressure in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average wind speed in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average humidity in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average rainfall in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average rainfall days in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average snowfall in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 29mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (85mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average snowfall days in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average sunshine days in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average UV index in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average cloud cover in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Saint-Étienne, France

Average visibility in December - Saint-Étienne, France
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, September, October, November and December (8km).

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