What is the weather like in Cannes in December?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Cannes in December?

Cannes in December scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Cannes in December?

December in Cannes is ideal for: Families with children, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Cannes Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

3days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

16.1°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Cannes coastline

Cannes December Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Cloudy

13°C30%

Day 2

Cloudy

13°C31%

Day 3

Cloudy

13°C27%

Day 4

Cloudy

13°C23%

Day 5

Nice

13°C18%

Day 6

Nice

13°C16%

Day 7

Nice

13°C14%

Day 8

Nice

13°C16%

Day 9

Nice

13°C15%

Day 10

Nice

13°C18%

Day 11

Nice

13°C17%

Day 12

Nice

13°C18%

Day 13

Nice

13°C18%

Day 14

Cloudy

13°C22%

Day 15

Cloudy

13°C22%

Day 16

Nice

13°C19%

Day 17

Nice

13°C16%

Day 18

Nice

13°C17%

Day 19

Nice

13°C17%

Day 20

Nice

13°C17%

Day 21

Nice

13°C18%

Day 22

Nice

13°C19%

Day 23

Nice

13°C18%

Day 24

Nice

13°C17%

Day 25

Nice

13°C18%

Day 26

Nice

13°C19%

Day 27

Nice

13°C18%

Day 28

Nice

12°C17%

Day 29

Nice

12°C14%

Day 30

Nice

12°C13%

Day 31

Nice

12°C15%

Essential Travel Info for Cannes

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

53/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

104

Jan

125

Feb

131

Mar

166

Apr

210

May

226

Jun

155

Jul

159

Aug

159

Sep

159

Oct

159

Nov

159

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

Paris Orly (ORY)

London Heathrow (LHR)

Geneva Cointrin (GVA)

Madrid Adolfo Suárez –Barajas (MAD)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Cannes?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(65/100)

Short Answer

Perfect travel weather awaits in Cannes during December - 13°C highs, 73% humidity, and 19% rain probability make this an optimal time for outdoor activities.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

70% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

53 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Families with children
Comfortable 12.8°C temperatures and low 19% rain risk
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 84/100 with romantic weather conditions
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 12.8°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 16.1°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Cannes in December averages 13°C with 19% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Cannes in December

What are the temperatures in Cannes in December?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Cannes in December?

Expect around 3 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Cannes in December?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is December peak season in Cannes?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Cannes Weather in December

Sea Temperature in December

Cannes December Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Cannes

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Tick-borne Encephalitis

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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