Provence/Côte d’Azur (French Riviera) in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How are weather conditions in Provence/Côte d’Azur in december? Is it the perfect time to go to La Ciotat and Marseille? Check out weather averages and our advices below.
very bad weather across 34% of the territory bad weather across 25% of the territory tolerable weather across 42% of the territory
Weather in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december 2023
Below, check out the weather forecast for december for most popular cities in Provence/Côte d’Azur. These datas are probabilities for the month of december from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in december in Marseille
tolerable weather 0.7cm
Weather at 6am
49°F
Clear/Sunny
54% of time
25%
10%
9%
Weather at 12pm
54°F
Clear/Sunny
54% of time
23%
11%
9%
Weather at 6pm
52°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
27%
10%
10%
Weather at 3am
49°F
54%
23%
12%
8%
Where to go in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december?
Where to go in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december: destination map
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Where should you go in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
warning in december the weather is not the same depending on the city and regions of the country.
That month is not the best month to go to in Provence/Côte d'Azur. The weather in Six-Fours-les-Plages, Cavalaire, Juan-les-Pins, Porquerolles, Ramatuelle, Hyères, Cannes, Lavandou, Saint-Tropez, Antibes, Sainte-Maxime, Toulon, Saint-Honorat Island and Sainte-Marguerite Island is OK but just acceptable. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain often. Nevertheless, if you don't plan a pool & relaxation trip in Provence/Côte d'Azur but rather nature excursions, this climate could be appropriate. In addition, there are surely fewer tourists at this time of year.
It's even worse in Orange, Sanary-sur-Mer, Menton, Bandol, Avignon, Fréjus, Monaco, Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Gap (Hautes-Alpes), La Fos-sur-Mer, La Ciotat, Cassis and Saint-Raphaël and surrounding areas where the climate is very bad. It is really not advisable to travel to these areas this month.
Climate in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december
Climate in Marseille in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is quite cold here in the month of december, but it is endurable when dressing warm. With 2.8in over 4 days, rain may occur throughout your trip. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a bad weather, the month of december is not recommended month to go in this locality in Provence/Côte d’Azur.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 60°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (13%) | ||
| Humidity | 79% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 09:00 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Aix-en-Provence in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 41°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is quite cold around this city in this month, but it is liveable when dressing warm. With 2.6in over 3 days, you will experience some showers during your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad weather, december is not the best time to go there in Provence/Côte d’Azur.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (10%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 08:58 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Antibes in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Antibes is 52°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 49°F). The climate is rather cold in that area in this month, but it is liveable by dressing cosy. With 4in over 3 days, you will experience some showers during your stay. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, december is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (11%) | ||
| Humidity | 72% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 26% | ||
| Length of day | 08:58 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Avignon in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Avignon is 47°F (maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is relatively fresh there in this month, but it is bearable when dressing hot. With 2.3in over 3 days, rain may occur for your vacations. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 08:56 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Cannes in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 54°F). The climate is relatively fresh in that area in december, but it is bearable when dressing hot. With 4.3in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of december is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this city.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 72% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 26% | ||
| Length of day | 08:58 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Provence-Côte d’Azur in december
| Marseille in december | tolerable weather |
| Aix-en-Provence in december | very bad weather |
| Antibes in december | tolerable weather |
| Avignon in december | very bad weather |
| Cannes in december | tolerable weather |
| Cassis in december | tolerable weather |
| La Ciotat in december | tolerable weather |
| Lavandou in december | tolerable weather |
| Monaco in december | bad weather |
| Nice in december | bad weather |
| Saint-Tropez in december | tolerable weather |
| Sainte-Maxime in december | tolerable weather |
| Salon-de-Provence in december | bad weather |
| Toulon in december | tolerable weather |
| Aspremont in december | bad weather |
| Aubagne in december | bad weather |
| Aubignan in december | very bad weather |
| Bandol in december | tolerable weather |
| Les Baux-de-Provence in december | bad weather |
| Biot in december | tolerable weather |
| Bormes-les-Mimosas in december | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Provence/Côte d’Azur (French Riviera) in december:
Weather data for Provence/Côte d’Azur (French Riviera) in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Provence-Côte d’Azur. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Provence-Côte d’Azur can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the Provence-Côte d'Azur.