December weather forecast
Paris, France

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The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France viewed from River Seine
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France viewed from River Seine

Weather in December

By December, winter weather is well established in Paris, accompanied by lower temperatures. Paris records snowfall of 11mm (0.43") over 1.8 days, adding a fresh white blanket to its cityscape. The festive season lightens up the city with vibrant Christmas markets and decorations, heralding a magical atmosphere. The chilly weather is perfect for exploring indoor attractions or enjoying the city's famed hot chocolate in cozy cafes. Despite the cold, December has its special charm, making Paris a quintessential winter wonderland.

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 10.6°C (51.1°F) in November to a chilly 7.3°C (45.1°F). Paris encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F) during December nights.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Paris. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Paris. December is the first month it typically snows in Paris. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 11mm (0.43") of snow. Throughout the year, in Paris, France, there are 7.9 snowfall days, and 63mm (2.48") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Paris, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 16:56. On the last day of December, in Paris, France, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 17:03 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Paris 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 in Paris, France. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Paris in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Paris, is 7.3°C (45.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 3°C (37.4°F).

What are the most humid months in Paris?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Paris.

What is the average humidity in December in Paris?

The average relative humidity in December in Paris is 86%.

What is the wettest month in Paris?

The month with the most rainfall in Paris, France, is December, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Paris in December?

In Paris, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Paris?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 11mm (0.43") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paris?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Paris?

The average day length in December in Paris, France, is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paris?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 16:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 17:03 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Paris have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Paris?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paris, France

Average temperature in December - Paris, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Paris, France

Average pressure in December - Paris, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Paris, France

Average wind speed in December - Paris, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Paris, France

Average humidity in December - Paris, France
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paris, France

Average rainfall in December - Paris, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Paris, France

Average rainfall days in December - Paris, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paris, France

Average snowfall in December - Paris, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Paris, France

Average snowfall days in December - Paris, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Paris, France

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paris, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paris, France

Average sunshine days in December - Paris, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paris, France

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
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
Paris, France

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Paris, France

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

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

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