December weather forecastAcquarossa, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Acquarossa, Switzerland, with temperature in the range of an average high of -2.9°C (26.8°F) and an average low of -10.8°C (12.6°F).

Temperature

In Acquarossa, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's cold 0.6°C (33.1°F) to a subzero cold -2.9°C (26.8°F). Acquarossa reports a consistent average low-temperature of -10.8°C (12.6°F) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In Acquarossa, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Acquarossa, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout December, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. In Acquarossa, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.1 days and collects up to 1619mm (63.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Acquarossa. The month with the most snowfall in Acquarossa is December, when snow falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 734mm (28.9") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Acquarossa, Switzerland, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Acquarossa, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:47 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Acquarossa, is -2.9°C (26.8°F) and the average low-temperature is -10.8°C (12.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Acquarossa is 88%.

In Acquarossa, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall in Acquarossa is December, when snow falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 734mm (28.9") of snow.

In December, in Acquarossa, it is snowing for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 734mm (28.9") of snow is accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year in Acquarossa, Switzerland, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:47 CET.

In Acquarossa, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Acquarossa are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Acquarossa, Switzerland, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average high temperature in December: -2.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-12.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Acquarossa, 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 (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average wind speed in December: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (82%).

Average rainfall in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall in December: 124mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (205mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (71mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall in December: 734mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (734mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Acquarossa, Switzerland

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (5km).