December weather forecast
Chamonix, France

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Weather in December

By December, Chamonix unconditionally settles into the winter season. The temperatures plunge, and the landscape is enveloped in a cloak of snow. December receives the maximum snowfall, about 245mm (9.65"), indicating a promising ski season ahead. Despite the street-clearing challenges due to heavy snowfall, the holiday spirit keeps the town vibrant and festive, enchanting visitors with its winter wonderland aesthetic.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Chamonix, France, slightly decreases in December, shifting from a wintry 2.7°C (36.9°F) in November to a subzero cold -1°C (30.2°F). An average temperature of -9.5°C (14.9°F) is recorded in Chamonix, France, during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Chamonix. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 245mm (9.65") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Chamonix, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chamonix, France, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chamonix?

The high-temperature in Chamonix during December is -1°C (30.2°F) and the low-temperature is -9.5°C (14.9°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chamonix?

In December, the average relative humidity in Chamonix, France, is 86%.

What is the wettest month in Chamonix?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Chamonix, France. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Chamonix in December?

In Chamonix, France, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Chamonix?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Chamonix. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 245mm (9.65") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 245mm (9.65") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chamonix?

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

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

In Chamonix, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chamonix?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, in Chamonix, France, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:57 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chamonix?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Chamonix, France.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chamonix?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, France, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chamonix, France

Average temperature in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average high temperature in December: -1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Chamonix, France

Average pressure in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Chamonix, France

Average wind speed in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Chamonix, France

Average humidity in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chamonix, France

Average rainfall in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Chamonix, France

Average rainfall days in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chamonix, France

Average snowfall in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 245mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (245mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Chamonix, France

Average snowfall days in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chamonix, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chamonix, France

Average sunshine days in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chamonix, France

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Chamonix, France

Average cloud cover in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Chamonix, France

Average visibility in December - Chamonix, France
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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