December weather forecast
Altstätten, Switzerland

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Altstätten, Switzerland, with an average temperature varying between 4.1°C (39.4°F) and -1.4°C (29.5°F).

Temperature

Altstätten's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 8.6°C (47.5°F) in November to a cold 4.1°C (39.4°F). Throughout December nights, Altstätten experiences a consistent temperature average of -1.4°C (29.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Altstätten is 82%.

Rainfall

In Altstätten, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Altstätten, there are 177.8 rainfall days, and 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Altstätten are January through May, October through December. In Altstätten, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 261mm (10.28") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Altstätten, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 1345mm (52.95") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Altstätten is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Altstätten, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:41 CET.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Altstätten, Switzerland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Altstätten during December?

The high-temperature in Altstätten during December is 4.1°C (39.4°F) and the low-temperature is -1.4°C (29.5°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Altstätten?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Altstätten in December?

In Altstätten, Switzerland, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 97mm (3.82") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Altstätten?

In Altstätten, Switzerland, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 261mm (10.28") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altstätten?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Altstätten.

How many hours of daylight does Altstätten have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Altstätten?

On the first day of December in Altstätten, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:41 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altstätten?

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Altstätten, Switzerland.

How many hours of sunshine does Altstätten have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Altstätten, Switzerland, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Altstätten?

The months with the lowest UV index in Altstätten, Switzerland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Altstätten?

In Altstätten, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average temperature in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average pressure in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average wind speed in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average humidity in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (52mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 261mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (353mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average UV index in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Altstätten, Switzerland

Average visibility in December - Altstätten, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (8km).

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