December weather forecast
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 0.8°C (33.4°F) and an average high of 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a cold 5.5°C (41.9°F). The nights of December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, there are 162.7 rainfall days, and 492mm (19.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:46 CET.

Sunshine

In Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
December temperatures in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France, vary between a high-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and a low-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F).
What are the most humid months in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.
What is the average humidity in December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
In December, the average relative humidity in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines is 86%.
How much does it rain in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines in December?
In December, in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
The month with the most snowfall in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines is December, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of snow.
How much does it snow in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines in December?
In Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 40mm (1.57") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
In December, the average day length in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France, is 8h and 25min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:46 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines.
How high is the UV index in December in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average temperature in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average pressure in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average wind speed in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average humidity in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average rainfall in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average rainfall days in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average snowfall in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 40mm

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

Average snowfall days in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average snowfall days in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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 - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average sunshine days in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average UV index in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average cloud cover in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December - Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
Average visibility in December
Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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