December weather forecastSaint-Chaffrey, France
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Saint-Chaffrey, France, with an average temperature ranging between max -1°C (30.2°F) and min -11.5°C (11.3°F).Temperature
December ushers in an average high-temperature of a freezing cold -1°C (30.2°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. December nights in Saint-Chaffrey, France, experience a consistent temperature drop to a frigid cold -11.5°C (11.3°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Saint-Chaffrey, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Saint-Chaffrey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Saint-Chaffrey is December, when snow falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 239mm (9.41") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint-Chaffrey.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:53. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 17:02 CET.
Sunshine
In Saint-Chaffrey, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint-Chaffrey, France, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average high temperature in December: -1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -11.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average pressure in December: 1020.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average rainfall in December: 47mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (23mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average snowfall in December: 239mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (239mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7 days).
Average UV index in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Saint-Chaffrey, France
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (6km).
