Climate guide for Mont Saint-Michel, France

Mont Saint-Michel in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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Best time to visit Mont Saint-Michel in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Mont Saint-Michel in December

Average temperature 6°C, 55 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

December score

4.8/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Mont Saint-Michel
Avg temp
6°C
Rainfall
55 mm
Humidity
92%
Days with 6h+ sun
0
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

December in Mont Saint-Michel scores 4.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 55 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Mont Saint-Michel rises from the tidal flats of Normandy, an abbey island reached across the sands.

December in Mont Saint-Michel: expect compromises

Expect 6°C (43°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

Budget for roughly 55 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.1 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 4.8/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Mont Saint-Michel — 4.8 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Mont Saint-Michel in December?
In December, Mont Saint-Michel averages 6°C, 55 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
Is December a good time to visit Mont Saint-Michel?
December earns a 4.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Mont Saint-Michel in December?
Expect about 55 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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