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Visiting Biarritz, France in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (53°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Biarritz.

December has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). December is too cold for swimming in Biarritz for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Consider visiting Biarritz in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Biarritz in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Biarritz.

December has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (53°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

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Can you swim in Biarritz in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Biarritz for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (60°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Biarritz?

No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Biarritz.

December has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (53°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Biarritz. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). December is too cold for swimming in Biarritz for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Biarritz warm in December?

No, Biarritz is too cold for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Biarritz in December is 12°C (53°F). The average maximum temperature is 15°C (59°) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Biarritz in December is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Biarritz in December?

The average day light hours per day in Biarritz in December are 9. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Biarritz in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Biarritz in December is 12°C (53°F). The average maximum temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Biarritz in December is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Biarritz in December is 5°C (40°F). The minimum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 5°C (41°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Biarritz in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 9 per day in Biarritz. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.5 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Biarritz in December is typically 1.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Biarritz in December

The average sea water temperature in Biarritz in December is 15.5°C (59.9°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Rainfall in Biarritz in December

December weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Biarritz in December is 1.5cm (0.6inches) and on average there are 16.5 rainy days in December making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Biarritz in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Biarritz in December is 7°C (45°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 7°C (7°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Biarritz in December is typically 93.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 94% in the previous month and 93.9% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Biarritz in December is typically 79.5%. The average relative humidity is 79.4% in the previous month and 80.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Biarritz in December

The average maximum wind speed in Biarritz in December is typically 21KM/H (13MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 21KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Biarritz in December is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Biarritz in December is from the South-Southeast.

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