Early winter · Weather & things to do
Saumur in December
The year's rain peaks now, with about 2.9 in (74 mm) falling in Saumur, alongside highs near 46°F (8°C) and lows of 35°F (2°C).
With a comfort score of 52/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (74 mm)
- Humidity
- 93%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 52/100 · Fair
What December feels like
It's cool, with highs near 46°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 35°F (2°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.9 in (74 mm).
Only about 8 h 17 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May and July – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 17 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 64/100 in November to 52/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Saumur in December
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Musée des Blindés
One of the world's largest tank museums.
Fontevraud Abbey
Vast royal abbey holding the tombs of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Cadre Noir
France's national riding school; watch training sessions and gala shows.
Ackerman
Saumur's oldest sparkling-wine house, with cellar visits and tastings.
Le Saut aux Loups
Mushroom-farm cave restaurant serving baked stuffed galipette mushrooms.
Nearby in December
- Tours in December~37 mi · highs 46°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amboise in December~51 mi · highs 45°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in December~157 mi · highs 44°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in December~234 mi · highs 42°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (4°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.
Saumur in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Saumur?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 52/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May and July – September. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Saumur in December?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 35°F (2°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Saumur in December?
Some: about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.8 in (706 mm).
What should I pack for Saumur in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Saumur in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.