Switzerland in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How are weather conditions in Switzerland in december? Is it a good time to go to Geneva and Davos? Check out our datas and our advices here.
very bad weather across 100% of the territory
Weather in Switzerland in december 2023
Below, find the the weather forecast for december for most popular cities in Switzerland. These datas are statistics for december from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in december in Zurich
very bad weather 272.7cm
Weather at 6am
32°F
Clear/Sunny
27% of time
18%
17%
15%
Weather at 12pm
41°F
Clear/Sunny
32% of time
23%
16%
10%
Weather at 6pm
34°F
Clear/Sunny
25% of time
19%
16%
14%
Weather at 3am
32°F
25%
17%
17%
15%
Where to go in Switzerland in december?
Where to go in Switzerland in december: destination map
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Where should you go in Switzerland in december when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Switzerland in december is very bad across the board.
December is one of the worst month for going to Switzerland. The climate in Lucerne, Zurich, Lugano, Montreux, Fribourg, Sion, Lausanne, Interlaken, Bern, Basel, Geneva, Zermatt and Davos and everywhere in the country is ver bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk of getting wet by rain very regularly wherever you go.
Climate in Switzerland in december
Climate in Zurich in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Zurich is 38°F (maximum temperature is 41°F and minimum temperature is 32°F). The climate is rather cold in that area in december. Plan a sweater! With 4.4in over 7 days, you will experience some showers throughout your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 38°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 32°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 92% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 08:28 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Basel in december
In december, the mean temperature in Basel is 40°F (maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 36°F). The climate is rather cold there in december. Plan to cover you well! With 5.7in over 9 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 40°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (29%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 53% | ||
| Length of day | 08:27 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Bern in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 41°F and minimum temperature is 31°F (for an average temperature of 36°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh here in december. Bring warm clothes! With 4in over 7 days, rainfall can happen during your trip. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 36°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 31°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (22%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 08:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Cointrin in december
In december, maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 31°F (for an average temperature of 36°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh in that locality in this month. Do not forget to cover yourself! With 8.2in over 11 days, rain may occur for your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 36°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 31°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (34%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 50% | ||
| Length of day | 08:38 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Davos in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Davos is 23°F (maximum temperature is 31°F and minimum temperature is 18°F). The climate is quite cold in that locality in this month. Plan to cover you well! With 4.3in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your stay. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 23°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 31°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 18°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 92% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 08:34 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Switzerland in december
| Zurich in december | very bad weather |
| Basel in december | very bad weather |
| Bern in december | very bad weather |
| Cointrin in december | very bad weather |
| Davos in december | very bad weather |
| Fribourg in december | very bad weather |
| Geneva in december | very bad weather |
| Interlaken in december | very bad weather |
| Lausanne in december | very bad weather |
| Lucerne in december | very bad weather |
| Lugano in december | very bad weather |
| Montreux in december | very bad weather |
| Morgins in december | very bad weather |
| Sion in december | very bad weather |
| Zermatt in december | very bad weather |
| Epalinges in december | very bad weather |
| Morges in december | very bad weather |
| Joux (Le Chenit) in december | very bad weather |
| Campra (Blenio) in december | very bad weather |
| Entlebuch in december | very bad weather |
| Gruyères in december | very bad weather |
Weather data for Switzerland in december:
Weather data for Switzerland in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Switzerland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Switzerland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Switzerland.