Early winter · Weather & things to do
Tours in December
The year's rain peaks now, with about 2.8 in (72 mm) falling in Tours, alongside highs near 46°F (8°C) and lows of 35°F (2°C).
With a comfort score of 51/100 (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
- 2.8 in (72 mm)
- Humidity
- 94%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · 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.
Lows average 35°F (2°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (72 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 and July – 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 51/100.
- 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 umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tours in December
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with a giant cedar in the courtyard.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
Renaissance château set on an island in the Indre, reflected in its moat.
Cave de Vouvray
Growers' cooperative with tours of rock galleries and sparkling Vouvray tastings.
Marc Brédif
Historic Vouvray house with tastings in troglodyte cellars cut into the hillside.
Le Petit Patrimoine
Small bistro serving Touraine dishes like rillons tart and local wines since 1991.
Nearby in December
- Amboise in December~14 mi · highs 45°F, 2.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in December~37 mi · highs 46°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in December~127 mi · highs 44°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in December~201 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.
Tours in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Tours?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 51/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May and July – September. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Tours 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 Tours in December?
Some: about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.4 in (697 mm).
What should I pack for Tours in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Tours in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.