France in December

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Alsace fills for its markets while the rest of the country stays calm until Christmas week.

Is December a good time to visit France?

December sits mid-range in France — around 53/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

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What closes and what fills up in December

Christmas markets from late November
Year-end holidays

France city by city in December

The same month can feel very different depending where you are.

City	Crowd	High	Wet days
Nice	44	14°C	6
Paris	62	8°C	11

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How December compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is December a good month to visit France?

December sits mid-range in France — around 53/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

How busy is France in December?

Averaged across the destinations we track, France sits near 53/100 in December. The calmest of them is Nice.

What is the weather like in France in December?

Expect average highs near 11°C and lows near 5°C, with roughly 9 wet days — though France varies by region.

Other months in France

Jan 42 Feb 52 Mar 52 Apr 60 May 71 Jun 78 Jul 89 Aug 88 Sep 71 Oct 58 Nov 43 Dec 53

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