December weather forecast
Orléans, France

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Weather in December

Winter in Orléans solidifies its arrival in December, plunging temperatures to the year's low of 3.1°C (37.6°F). Snowfall re-enters the climate equation with 14mm (0.55") spread over 1.6 days, decorating the city in a sheet of white. As Christmas approaches, the chilly temperature further amplifies the festive atmosphere around Orléans. By the month's end, the city is fully engulfed in winter, with citizens anticipating the arrival of a new year amid a blanket of crisp, white snow.

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's fresh 10.8°C (51.4°F) to a frosty 7.4°C (45.3°F). An average low-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F) characterizes Orléans's December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Orléans, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Orléans, during December, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orléans, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 464mm (18.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.7 snowfall days, and 45mm (1.77") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Orléans, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Orléans, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 17:09 CET.

Sunshine

In Orléans, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Orléans in December?

During December, Orléans experiences an average high-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and a low-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Orléans?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Orléans?

The average relative humidity in December in Orléans, France, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Orléans?

In Orléans, France, in December, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Orléans?

In December, in Orléans, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orléans?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Orléans, France.

How many hours of daylight does Orléans have in December?

In Orléans, France, the average day length in December is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Orléans?

On the first day of December in Orléans, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 17:09 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Orléans?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Orléans, France, is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orléans?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Orléans?

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

Average temperature in December - Orléans, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Orléans, France

Average pressure in December - Orléans, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Orléans, France

Average wind speed in December - Orléans, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Orléans, France

Average humidity in December - Orléans, France
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orléans, France

Average rainfall in December - Orléans, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Orléans, France

Average rainfall days in December - Orléans, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orléans, France

Average snowfall in December - Orléans, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 14mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Orléans, France

Average snowfall days in December - Orléans, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orléans, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orléans, France

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orléans, France

Average UV index in December - Orléans, 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
Orléans, France

Average cloud cover in December - Orléans, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Orléans, France

Average visibility in December - Orléans, France
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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