December weather forecastHendaye, France

December

Weather in December

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.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Hendaye, is 13°C (55.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 5°C (41°F).

In Hendaye, during December, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 141mm (5.55") of precipitation.

In Hendaye, in December, the average water temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F). Swimming in 14.3°C (57.7°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

On the first day of December in Hendaye, 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.

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

In Hendaye, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Hendaye are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In Hendaye, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hendaye, France

  • Average high temperature in December: 13°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (5°C).

Average rainfall in December
Hendaye, France

  • Average rainfall in December: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (62mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Hendaye, France

  • Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and April (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (12 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Hendaye, France

  • Average sea temperature in December: 14.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.4°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in December
Hendaye, France

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).