December weather forecast
Nimes, France

December

Weather in December

December announces the onset of winter in Nimes. Average temperatures hover from 6°C (42.8°F) to 11°C (51.8°F), providing a brisk environment in line with the fresh wintery feel. The weather is characteristically damp, with high relative humidity similar to November. Daylight hours drop further down to 9 hours, creating short days and long nights typical for the winter period. Despite being the first winter month, December shows lower rainfall than the preceding two, signifying the end of the wettest quarter of the year.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 14.4°C (57.9°F) to a cool 11°C (51.8°F). Nimes sustains a near constant temperature throughout December, with nighttime averages of 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Nimes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.4 days and collects up to 460mm (18.11") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 17:14 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nimes are 11°C (51.8°F) and 6°C (42.8°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the most humid month in Nimes?
November and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Nimes, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.
How many days does it rain in December in Nimes?
In Nimes, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow?
April through December are months without snowfall.
Does it snow in December?
In Nimes, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 17:14 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Nimes have in December?
In Nimes, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Nimes, France
Average temperature in December
Nimes, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 11°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (4.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Nimes, France
Average pressure in December
Nimes, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Nimes, France
Average wind speed in December
Nimes, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Nimes, France
Average humidity in December
Nimes, France
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).

Average rainfall in December - Nimes, France
Average rainfall in December
Nimes, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Nimes, France
Average rainfall days in December
Nimes, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Nimes, France
Average snowfall in December
Nimes, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Nimes, France
Average snowfall days in December
Nimes, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nimes, France
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nimes, France
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Nimes, France
Average sunshine days in December
Nimes, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Nimes, France
Average UV index in December
Nimes, France
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December - Nimes, France
Average cloud cover in December
Nimes, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December - Nimes, France
Average visibility in December
Nimes, France
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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