December weather forecast
Les Houches, France

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Les Houches, France, with temperature in the range of an average high of -1°C (30.2°F) and an average low of -9.5°C (14.9°F).

Temperature

Les Houches observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's icy 2.7°C (36.9°F) to a freezing cold -1°C (30.2°F). Les Houches reports an average nighttime low-temperature of -9.5°C (14.9°F) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Les Houches, France. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 245mm (9.65") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Les Houches, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Les Houches, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Les Houches?
December temperatures in Les Houches vary between a high-temperature of -1°C (30.2°F) and a low-temperature of -9.5°C (14.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Les Houches?
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.
What is the rainiest month in Les Houches?
The month with the most rainfall in Les Houches, France, is December, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Les Houches?
In Les Houches, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Les Houches?
December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 245mm (9.65") of snow.
How much does it snow in Les Houches in December?
In December, in Les Houches, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 245mm (9.65") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Les Houches?
December has the shortest days of the year in Les Houches, France, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Les Houches?
In Les Houches, France, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Les Houches?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, in Les Houches, France, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:57 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Les Houches?
With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Les Houches.
How many hours of sunshine does Les Houches have in December?
In Les Houches, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Les Houches?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Les Houches is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Les Houches, France
Average temperature in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average high temperature in December: -1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Les Houches, France
Average pressure in December
Les Houches, 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 April (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Les Houches, France
Average wind speed in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Les Houches, France
Average humidity in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Les Houches, France
Average rainfall in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Les Houches, France
Average rainfall days in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Les Houches, France
Average snowfall in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 245mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (245mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Les Houches, France
Average snowfall days in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Les Houches, France
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Les Houches, France
Average sunshine days in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Les Houches, France
Average UV index in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Les Houches, France
Average cloud cover in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December - Les Houches, France
Average visibility in December
Les Houches, France
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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