December weather forecast
Leysin, Switzerland

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leysin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1.5°C (34.7°F) and -5.5°C (22.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from 5.8°C (42.4°F) in November to a still icy 1.5°C (34.7°F). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of -5.5°C (22.1°F) is noted.

Humidity

In Leysin, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Leysin is December, when the rain falls for 5.2 days and typically aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Leysin. Snow falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 198mm (7.8") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Leysin.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:55 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Leysin?

During December, Leysin experiences an average high-temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F) and a low-temperature of -5.5°C (22.1°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Leysin?

In Leysin, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the wettest month in Leysin?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Leysin, Switzerland. Rain falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Leysin in December?

In Leysin, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Leysin?

The month with the most snowfall in Leysin is December, when snow falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Leysin?

In Leysin, in December, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 198mm (7.8") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leysin?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Leysin have in December?

In Leysin, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Leysin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:55 CET.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Leysin?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Leysin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Leysin.

What is the UV index reading in December in Leysin?

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

Average temperature in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average pressure in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average wind speed in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average humidity in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 198mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (198mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.2 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
Leysin, Switzerland

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Leysin, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Leysin, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in December - Leysin, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Leysin, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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