Early winter · Weather & things to do
Avignon in December
Avignon cools off: highs slip to 51°F (11°C), from 58°F in November, with lows of 36°F (2°C) and about 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 66/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (52 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What December feels like
Afternoons only reach about 51°F (11°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 36°F (2°C).
About 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's December.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 44 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September & October.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 44 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 72/100 in November to 66/100.
- Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Avignon in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
La Mirande
Restaurant in an 18th-century cardinal's palace hotel behind the Palais des Papes.
Pont Saint-Bénezet
The half-bridge of the 'Sur le pont d'Avignon' song, reaching partway over the Rhône.
Palais des Papes
The largest Gothic palace in Europe, seat of the popes in the 14th century.
Les Halles d'Avignon
Covered market with Provençal produce, cheeses and a green living wall facade.
Château La Nerthe
Historic Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate with cellar tours and tastings.
Nearby in December
- Nice in December~124 mi · highs 56°F, 3.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Cadaqués in December~138 mi · highs 55°F, 1.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Calella de Palafrugell in December~164 mi · highs 56°F, 1.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Girona in December~169 mi · highs 56°F, 1.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~266 m to Avignon's ~30 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Avignon in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Avignon?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 66/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain. Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Avignon in December?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Avignon in December?
Not much: about 2.0 in (52 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.0 in (635 mm).
What should I pack for Avignon in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Avignon in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.