December · France
Best time to visit Serre Chevalier in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Serre Chevalier in December
Average temperature -4°C, 43 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -4°C
- Rainfall
- 43 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Serre Chevalier scores 9.1/10 for snow and ski travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around -4°C, 43 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Serre Chevalier strings villages along a sunny Briançonnais valley with forest runs and a historic fort town nearby. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
December: the best month of the year in Serre Chevalier
At -4°C (24°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Only 43 mm of water-equivalent precipitation is expected (snow at altitude), leaving almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.6 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Serre Chevalier at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Serre Chevalier in December?
- In December, Serre Chevalier averages -4°C, 43 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Serre Chevalier?
- December earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Serre Chevalier in December?
- Expect about 43 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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