Early winter · Weather & things to do
Amboise in December
Amboise cools off: highs slip to 45°F (7°C), from 52°F in November, with lows of 35°F (1°C) and about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 50/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 45°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (67 mm)
- Humidity
- 94%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What December feels like
It's cool, with highs near 45°F (7°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 35°F (1°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.6 in (67 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Only about 8 h 16 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 16 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 63/100 in November to 50/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amboise in December
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Clos Lucé
Manor where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years, with models of his inventions in the park.
Pagode de Chanteloup
18th-century Chinese-style pagoda in a park, with lawn games and views.
Maison Bigot
Pâtisserie and tearoom below the château since 1913.
Amboise Market
Riverside market with cheeses, charcuterie and produce.
Loire à Vélo
Signed riverside cycle route; the Amboise–Tours stretch is about 25 km and flat.
Nearby in December
- Tours in December~14 mi · highs 46°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in December~51 mi · highs 46°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in December~118 mi · highs 44°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in December~190 mi · highs 42°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amboise in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Amboise?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 50/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 45°F (7°C) and 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Amboise in December?
Average highs are 45°F (7°C) and average lows 35°F (1°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in December?
Some: about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Amboise in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.