December weather forecast
Nancy, France

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Weather in December

Nancy, France, welcomes December with its signature cold, wintry weather. Temperatures hit a yearly low point which, combined with more abundant snowfall of 37mm (1.46"), further intensifies the coldness. The city plunges into its shortest days in terms of daylight hours, but an increase in sunny days offsets the wintry gloom slightly. As the winter solidifies, strong gusts reaching 26.3km/h (16.3mph) sweep through the city, ensuring frozen conditions until the new year arrives.

Temperature

The onset of December in Nancy, France, brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F) in November to an icy 5.3°C (41.5°F). Nancy records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Nancy, during December, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In Nancy, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179 days and collects up to 518mm (20.39") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Nancy. In December, in Nancy, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 37mm (1.46") of snow is accumulated. In Nancy, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Nancy, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:49 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Nancy are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Nancy in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Nancy, is 5.3°C (41.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 0.9°C (33.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Nancy?

December is the most humid month in Nancy, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in December in Nancy?

The average relative humidity in December in Nancy, France, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Nancy in December?

In Nancy, in December, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Nancy?

In Nancy, France, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 37mm (1.46") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nancy?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Nancy have in December?

The average day length in December in Nancy, France, is 8h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nancy?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:49 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nancy?

The months with the least sunshine in Nancy, France, are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nancy?

In Nancy, France, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nancy?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nancy, France, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Nancy?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nancy is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nancy, France

Average temperature in December - Nancy, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Nancy, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Nancy, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Nancy, France

Average humidity in December - Nancy, France
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nancy, France

Average rainfall in December - Nancy, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Nancy, France

Average rainfall days in December - Nancy, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Nancy, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 37mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (38mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Nancy, France

Average snowfall days in December - Nancy, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nancy, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nancy, France

Average sunshine days in December - Nancy, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Nancy, France
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Nancy, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Nancy, France

Average visibility in December - Nancy, France
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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