Provence · December
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 11° (52°)18° (64°) | 13° (55°)19° (66°) | 17° (63°)22° (72°) | 20° (68°)26° (79°) | 24° (75°)30° (86°) | 29° (84°)35° (95°) | 32° (90°)36° (97°) | 31° (88°)37° (99°) | 27° (81°)32° (90°) | 22° (72°)26° (79°) | 15° (59°)21° (70°) | 11° (52°)17° (63°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 3° (37°)-5° (23°) | 3° (37°)-4° (25°) | 5° (41°)-1° (30°) | 9° (48°)2° (36°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) | 17° (63°)10° (50°) | 19° (66°)14° (57°) | 18° (64°)12° (54°) | 15° (59°)8° (46°) | 12° (54°)3° (37°) | 7° (45°)-2° (28°) | 3° (37°)-4° (25°) |
☀️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 (1.5") | 3d32mm (1.2") | 4d38mm (1.5") | 5d47mm (1.8") | 4d50mm (2.0") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 2d19mm (0.8") | 2d23mm (0.9") | 4d66mm (2.6") | 5d75mm (3.0") | 6d84mm (3.3") | 3d39mm (1.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 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 (52°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drop to 3°C (37°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 17°C (63°F), the coldest nights around -4°C (25°F) — frost does occur. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 3 rain days (39 mm (1.5 in)), 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
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
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 (52°F). Nights cool to 3°C (37°F), with a daily average of 7°C (45°F). Peaks reach around 17°C (63°F), the coldest nights around -4°C (25°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Provence in December?
- In December, Provence receives an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) 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.