December weather forecastPierre-Bénite, France

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Pierre-Bénite, France, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.7°C (44.1°F) and 1.5°C (34.7°F).

Temperature

Pierre-Bénite's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a cool 10.4°C (50.7°F) in November to a chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 1.5°C (34.7°F) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout December, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pierre-Bénite, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.8 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Pierre-Bénite. In Pierre-Bénite, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 35mm (1.38") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Pierre-Bénite, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:06 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pierre-Bénite are 6.7°C (44.1°F) and 1.5°C (34.7°F) respectively.

December is the most humid month in Pierre-Bénite, France, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

The average relative humidity in December in Pierre-Bénite is 85%.

In Pierre-Bénite, in December, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation.

In Pierre-Bénite, France, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 35mm (1.38") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Pierre-Bénite is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Pierre-Bénite, France, is 8h and 45min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, in Pierre-Bénite, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:06 CET.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pierre-Bénite is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average pressure in December: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average rainfall in December: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (41mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average snowfall in December: 35mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pierre-Bénite, France

  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Pierre-Bénite, 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).