Provence · December
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 11° | 13° | 17° | 20° | 24° | 29° | 32° | 31° | 27° | 22° | 15° | 11° |
MINMIN | 3° | 3° | 5° | 9° | 12° | 17° | 19° | 18° | 15° | 12° | 7° | 3° |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 3d39mm | 3d32mm | 4d38mm | 5d47mm | 4d50mm | 3d35mm | 2d19mm | 2d23mm | 4d66mm | 5d75mm | 6d84mm | 3d39mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Provence is on the cool side — with highs around 11°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C during the day and drop to 3°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 3 rain days (39 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Provence in December
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Provence?
- December is not an optimal month for Provence (Score: 42/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Provence in December?
- In December, Provence sees daily highs of 11°C. Nights cool to 3°C, with a daily average of 7°C.
- How much rain falls in Provence in December?
- In December, Provence receives an average of 39 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Provence get in December?
- Provence averages 4 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.