December weather forecastPontarlier, France
December weather for Pontarlier, France: The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pontarlier, France, with an average temperature ranging between min -1.4°C (29.5°F) and max 4.1°C (39.4°F). In Pontarlier, during December, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 515mm (20.28") of snow.
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pontarlier, France, with an average temperature ranging between min -1.4°C (29.5°F) and max 4.1°C (39.4°F).Temperature
With the onset of December, Pontarlier's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a frosty 7.6°C (45.7°F) in November to an icy 4.1°C (39.4°F). Pontarlier temperatures generally rest at a low of -1.4°C (29.5°F) during the December nights.Humidity
In Pontarlier, France, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Pontarlier, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation. In Pontarlier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.2 days and collects up to 1126mm (44.33") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Pontarlier are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 515mm (20.28") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pontarlier, France.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of December, in Pontarlier, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 16:55 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.UV index
In Pontarlier, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average high temperature in December: 4.1°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -1.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3°C).
Average pressure in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average pressure in December: 1021mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (81%).
Average rainfall in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average rainfall in December: 124mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (59mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average snowfall in December: 515mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (515mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Pontarlier, France
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
