December 17 is generally a great time to visit Avignon. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather.
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Essential Travel Info for Avignon
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Avignon Weather Forecast for December 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.6°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Avignon in December
Based on historical data for December 17, Avignon typically experiences temperatures between 3.5°C and 10.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Avignon
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
8.7°C
❄️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
51%
Overcast
Pressure
1021 hPa
High volatility
Avignon Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 89% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
N/A
0/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
N/A
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Avignon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:10
☀️ Noon
12:38
🌇 Sunset
17:05
⏱️ Daylight
8h 54m
Wind Speed
21.1 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
5.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Avignon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Avignon on December 17 averages 10.6°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 72/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Avignon Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 24
11.7°C • 13% rain
Score
82
December 16
10.6°C • 15% rain
Score
76
December 23
11.6°C • 17% rain
Score
76
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📍 Is Avignon Worth Visiting on December 17?
Planning a trip to Avignon on December 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.6°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.8°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 0.2°C in 2022.