Weather in December
December in Briançon, France welcomes winter in all its cold glory. The city becomes a frosty tableau with temperatures wavering between 0°C (32°F) and -5°C (23°F). Daylight reaches a low point, barely averaging 8.9 hours, letting the stars rule the evenings prematurely. The rain snow mixture leans more towards the white flakes, opening up a winter wonderland. The city, under the blanket of fresh snow, presents a serene landscape outlining the upcoming festive season.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:53. On the last day of December, in Briançon, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 17:02 CET.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
[Resources]Temperature
The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from an icy 3°C (37.4°F) to a still cold 0°C (32°F). The temperature in Briançon during December sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of -5°C (23°F).Rainfall
In Briançon, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169 rainfall days, and 1251mm (49.25") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:53. On the last day of December, in Briançon, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 17:02 CET.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Briançon are January, November and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Briançon. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Briançon in December?
Briançon in December has an average high-temperature of 0°C (32°F) and an average low-temperature of -5°C (23°F).
How many days does it rain in December in Briançon?
In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Briançon?
December has the shortest days of the year in Briançon, France, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Briançon?
The average day length in December is 8h and 51min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Briançon?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:53. On the last day of the month, in Briançon, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 17:02 CET.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Briançon?
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Briançon?
The average sunshine duration in December in Briançon, France, is 4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Briançon?
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in December in Briançon?
In Briançon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average temperature in December
Briançon, France
- Average high temperature in December: 0°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -5°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-6°C).
Average rainfall in December
Briançon, France
- Average rainfall in December: 101mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (85mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Briançon, France
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (12 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Briançon, France
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min
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 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index in December
Briançon, France
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Briançon, France
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