December weather forecast
Lötschenberg, Austria

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lötschenberg, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -5.1°C (22.8°F) and an average high of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's cold 5.9°C (42.6°F) to a still icy 1.4°C (34.5°F). The average temperature drops to a subzero cold -5.1°C (22.8°F) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Lötschenberg, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lötschenberg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.4 days and collects up to 1234mm (48.58") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lötschenberg, Austria, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of snow. In Lötschenberg, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 732mm (28.82") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lötschenberg, Austria, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:26 CET.

Sunshine

In Lötschenberg, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lötschenberg?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lötschenberg are 1.4°C (34.5°F) and -5.1°C (22.8°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Lötschenberg?
In December, the average relative humidity in Lötschenberg, Austria, is 83%.
How many days does it rain in December in Lötschenberg?
In Lötschenberg, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Lötschenberg?
In Lötschenberg, Austria, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lötschenberg?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Lötschenberg have in December?
In December, the average day length is 8h and 38min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lötschenberg?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, in Lötschenberg, Austria, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:26 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Lötschenberg?
The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lötschenberg?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lötschenberg.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Lötschenberg?
In Lötschenberg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (54mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average snowfall in December: 98mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (223mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Lötschenberg, Austria
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (6km).

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