December weather forecast
Chur, Switzerland

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Weather in December

December in Chur, with average highs barely above freezing, is a month embraced by winter with snowfall gradually increasing to significant levels of 203mm (7.99"). As the city gets wrapped in a fresh layer of white, the wintry holiday spirit engulfs the town. Streets are adorned with lights and decorations, bidding goodbye to the year under a blanket of snow. Despite the cold and shorter daylight, the city shines brighter during cold December nights. A quintessential winter month, December rounds off the year with its chilly vibe and festive fervor.

Temperature

Chur's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from an icy 4.3°C (39.7°F) in November to a subzero cold -0.2°C (31.6°F). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of -7.7°C (18.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Chur, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chur, there are 211.5 rainfall days, and 1072mm (42.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chur, Switzerland, are January through May, October through December. In Chur, Switzerland, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 203mm (7.99") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chur, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 1071mm (42.17") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Chur is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chur?

The high-temperature, in December, in Chur, is -0.2°C (31.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to -7.7°C (18.1°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chur?

The average relative humidity in December in Chur is 84%.

How much does it rain in Chur in December?

In Chur, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chur?

In Chur, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 203mm (7.99") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chur?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Chur?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chur?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Chur have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Chur?

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

Average temperature in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: -0.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (7.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).

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Average pressure in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average pressure in December - Chur, 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 (1015.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average wind speed in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average humidity in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (61mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 203mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (320mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chur, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Chur, Switzerland

Average visibility in December - Chur, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, October and November (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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