December weather forecast
Zurich, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zurich, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 6.9°C (44.4°F) and 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Temperature

Zurich ushers in December with an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. During the nights of December, Zurich records an average low-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Zurich, in December, during 18.8 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 188.1 rainfall days, and 390mm (15.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Zurich, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Zurich, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of December, in Zurich, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:31 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zurich. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?
Zurich in December has an average high-temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F).
What is the most humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 85%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Zurich, during December, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In Zurich, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Zurich have in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 39min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:31 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Zurich?
With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in December in Zurich?
In Zurich, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December - Zurich, Netherlands
Average visibility in December
Zurich, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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