Switzerland weather in December 2024
Switzerland weather in December 2024
Day
5 °C
Night
-1 °C
Precipitation
87 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
80 %
Day
5 °C
Night
-1 °C
Precipitation
87 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
80 %
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Weather overview
In Switzerland in December, the average air temperature ranges from 5 °C (40 °F) during the day to -1 °C (30 °F) at night. There are 12 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 87 mm (3.41 in).
Is December a good month to visit Switzerland?
In December there are not good conditions to visit Switzerland. Since Switzerland is a region with winter sports possibilities, then December can be suitable to visit for this purpose. A relatively low temperature of 5 °C (40 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of -1 °C (30 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
What is the temperature in Switzerland during the day in December?
In Switzerland in December, the average daily temperatures will be 5 °C (40 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.
How many rainy days can I expect in December in Switzerland?
In Switzerland in December, we can expect 12 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.7 days of the week, or in general - 39 % days.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Switzerland in December?
The length of daylight in Switzerland in December is 8 hours.
How heavy is the precipitation in Switzerland in December?
In December in Switzerland, there is 87 mm (3.41 in) rainfall, which means on average 3 mm (0.11 in) rainfall per day.
Is December part of the wet season in Switzerland?
No, there is no wet season in Switzerland in December - you can expect 12 days of rain during the month.
Is December part of the dry season in Switzerland?
No, December is not a dry month in Switzerland, expect rain approximately 12 days in a month.
Can I expect a freeze in December in Switzerland?
It is possible that it will be freezing in Switzerland in December, night temperatures will be -1 °C (30 °F) on average.
How many sunny hours can I expect in Switzerland in December?
In December in Switzerland, you can expect around 2 hours of sunshine.
What is the temperature trend in Switzerland in December?
During December in Switzerland, the day temperatures are decreasing - from 6 °C (44 °F) at the beginning of the month to 4 °C (40 °F) at the end of the month.
What level of humidity is to expect in December in Switzerland?
Humidity in Switzerland in December is 80 %.