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Visiting Normandy, 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 9°C (47°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 19% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Normandy.

December has total rainfall of 3.3cm (1.3inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 20.2 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 14°C (57°F). December is too cold for swimming in Normandy 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 Normandy 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 Normandy in December?

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

December has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (47°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 19% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 3.3cm (1.3inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 20.2 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.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Normandy in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Normandy for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (57°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Normandy?

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

December has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (47°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 19% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 3.3cm (1.3inches) making it very dry with only very light showers although there are 20.2 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 Normandy. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). December is too cold for swimming in Normandy for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Normandy warm in December?

No, Normandy is too cold for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Normandy in December is 9°C (47°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (53°) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Normandy in December is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 5°C (42°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Normandy in December?

The average day light hours per day in Normandy in December are 8.1. The sunshine percentage is 19% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Normandy 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 Normandy in December is 9°C (47°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (53°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Normandy in December is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 5°C (42°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Normandy in December is 4°C (39°F). The minimum temperature is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 3°C (38°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Normandy 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 8.1 per day in Normandy. The sunshine percentage is 19% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Normandy in December is typically 0.6 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 Normandy in December

The average sea water temperature in Normandy in December is 13.9°C (57.0°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 Normandy in December

December weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. December has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Normandy in December is 3.3cm (1.3inches) and on average there are 20.2 rainy days in December making it a very wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Normandy in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Normandy in December is 6°C (43°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 6°C (6°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Normandy in December is typically 94.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.7% in the previous month and 96% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Normandy in December is typically 83.8%. The average relative humidity is 85.1% in the previous month and 85.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Normandy in December

The average maximum wind speed in Normandy in December is typically 31KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Normandy in December is typically 19KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 17KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Normandy in December is from the South West.

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