December weather forecast
Hendaye, France

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Hendaye, France, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13°C (55.4°F) and 5°C (41°F).

Temperature

December's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13°C (55.4°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Hendaye's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a cold 5°C (41°F).

Rainfall

In Hendaye, during December, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 141mm (5.55") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hendaye, there are 184 rainfall days, and 1373mm (54.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Hendaye, France, the average seawater temperature in December is 14.3°C (57.7°F).
Note: Dipping into 14.3°C (57.7°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hendaye, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hendaye, France, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:39 and sunset at 17:41 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.