December weather forecast
Arles, France

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Weather in December

December marks the arrival of winter in Arles, tying up the year with the festive spirit. With the mercury dropping to a range between 6.2°C (43.2°F) to 11.2°C (52.2°F), the weather significantly cools down. Though snowfall is rare, the festive season imparts a winter wonderland feel with seasonal decorations. An overcast sky with a cloud percentage of 34% furthers the wintery atmosphere. The city is doused in approximately 9 hours of daylight, providing a classic setting for a quintessential Christmas.

Temperature

The start of December in Arles signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 14.5°C (58.1°F) in November to a fresh 11.2°C (52.2°F). Arles's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 6.2°C (43.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Arles, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Arles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.7 days and collects up to 420mm (16.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Arles.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:05. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 17:14 CET.

Sunshine

In Arles, the average sunshine in December is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arles are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Arles?

The high-temperature in Arles, France, during December is 11.2°C (52.2°F) and the low-temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Arles?

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Arles.

What is the average humidity in December in Arles?

The average relative humidity in December in Arles is 76%.

How much does it rain in Arles in December?

In Arles, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Arles?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Arles, France.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arles?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Arles have in December?

The average day length in December in Arles is 9h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Arles?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:05. On the last day of the month, in Arles, France, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 17:14 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Arles?

In Arles, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arles?

The months with the lowest UV index in Arles, France, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Arles?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arles is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arles, France

Average temperature in December - Arles, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 11.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Arles, France

Average pressure in December - Arles, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Arles, France

Average wind speed in December - Arles, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Arles, France

Average humidity in December - Arles, France
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (58%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arles, France

Average rainfall in December - Arles, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (80mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Arles, France

Average rainfall days in December - Arles, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arles, France

Average snowfall in December - Arles, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Arles, France

Average snowfall days in December - Arles, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arles, France

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arles, France
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arles, France

Average sunshine days in December - Arles, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arles, France

Average UV index in December - Arles, France
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arles, France

Average cloud cover in December - Arles, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Arles, France

Average visibility in December - Arles, France
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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