December weather forecastBlaye, France

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Blaye, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 5.4°C (41.7°F) and 10.8°C (51.4°F).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Blaye observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 14°C (57.2°F) in November to a fresh 10.8°C (51.4°F). Blaye experiences a steady low-temperature of 5.4°C (41.7°F) throughout December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Blaye.

Rainfall

In Blaye, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Blaye, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.7 days and collects up to 355mm (13.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

February, March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Blaye is December, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).
Note: Dipping in 13.4°C (56.1°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Blaye, France, is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Blaye, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Updated: Feb 9, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Blaye are 10.8°C (51.4°F) and 5.4°C (41.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Blaye, France.

In Blaye, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

In Blaye, France, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

December is the first month it typically snows in Blaye. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.

In December, the average sea temperature in Blaye is 13.4°C (56.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Blaye.

The average day length in December in Blaye, France, is 8h and 50min.

On the first day of December in Blaye, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

In Blaye, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Blaye, France, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in December
Blaye, France

Average high temperature in December: 10.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 5.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Blaye, France

Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Blaye, France

Average wind speed in December: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Blaye, France

Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Blaye, France

Average rainfall in December: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Blaye, France

Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blaye, France

Average snowfall in December: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Blaye, France

Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Blaye, France

Average sea temperature in December: 13.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (10.7°C).

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

Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min

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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blaye, France

Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Blaye, France

Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Blaye, France

Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Blaye, France

Average visibility in December: 9km

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