December weather forecast
Samoëns, France

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Samoëns, France, with temperature in the range of an average high of 0.3°C (32.5°F) and an average low of -7.2°C (19°F).

Temperature

In Samoëns, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a wintry 3.9°C (39°F) in November to a still icy 0.3°C (32.5°F). December brings an average low-temperature of -7.2°C (19°F) to Samoëns.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Samoëns, France, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Samoëns, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 502mm (19.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall in Samoëns is December, when snow falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 492mm (19.37") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Samoëns.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Samoëns is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Samoëns, France, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Samoëns?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Samoëns, is 0.3°C (32.5°F), while the average low-temperature is -7.2°C (19°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Samoëns?

The average relative humidity in December in Samoëns is 84%.

How much does it rain in Samoëns in December?

In Samoëns, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Samoëns?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 492mm (19.37") of snow.

How much does it snow in Samoëns in December?

In Samoëns, in December, during 14.8 snowfall days, 492mm (19.37") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Samoëns?

The month with the shortest days in Samoëns, France, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Samoëns, France, is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Samoëns?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, in Samoëns, France, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Samoëns?

The month with the least sunshine in Samoëns is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Samoëns have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Samoëns, France, is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Samoëns?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Samoëns is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Samoëns, France

Average temperature in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Samoëns, France

Average pressure in December - Samoëns, 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 (1015.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Samoëns, France

Average wind speed in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Samoëns, France

Average humidity in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Samoëns, France

Average rainfall in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Samoëns, France

Average rainfall days in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Samoëns, France

Average snowfall in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 492mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (492mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (1mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Samoëns, France

Average snowfall days in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Samoëns, France

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Samoëns, France

Average sunshine days in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Samoëns, France

Average UV index in December - Samoëns, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Samoëns, France

Average cloud cover in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Samoëns, France

Average visibility in December - Samoëns, France
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).

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