December weather forecastVilleurbanne, France

December

Weather in December

Closing the year, December turns the city of Villeurbanne into a winter wonderland. A significant decrease in temperatures compared to November marks the advent of winter, with the mercury dropping to 1.5°C (34.7°F). The snowfall makes a reappearance after a long hiatus since February, adding to the festive mood. Minimal daylight hours and the cold winter chill lead to increased indoor festivities. Villeurbanne weather in December, therefore, incorporates a mix of frosty conditions, holiday spirit, and warm indoor gatherings.

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 10.4°C (50.7°F) in November to a chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F). December nights in Villeurbanne experience a consistent temperature drop to a wintry 1.5°C (34.7°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Villeurbanne is December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Villeurbanne, during December, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. In Villeurbanne, 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 Villeurbanne. In Villeurbanne, France, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 35mm (1.38") of snow is typically accumulated. In Villeurbanne, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Villeurbanne, France, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:05 CET.

Sunshine

In Villeurbanne, 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 in Villeurbanne. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Villeurbanne, France, during December is 6.7°C (44.1°F) and the low-temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F).

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

In Villeurbanne, France, during December, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.

In Villeurbanne, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 35mm (1.38") of snow.

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Villeurbanne, France.

In December, the average day length in Villeurbanne, France, is 8h and 45min.

On the first day of December in Villeurbanne, France, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 17:05 CET.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Villeurbanne is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

10.4°C

6.7°C

5.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.2km/h

11.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.9

11.2

10.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, France

Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min

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 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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
Villeurbanne, 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).