December weather forecast
Adelboden, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

Adelboden transforms into a winter wonderland in December, setting out a fun-filled stage for winter sports enthusiasts with a whopping 41.93" of snowfall. This is accompanied by a decrease in temperatures and daylight hours which invites a peaceful and cozy atmosphere throughout the city during the festive month. Despite the extreme weather conditions, Adelboden stays busy with festive decorations and activities, sparking joyous merriment among its visitors and residents.

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from an icy 37.2°F in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F. Adelboden's temperature drops to an average low of 16.5°F during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Adelboden, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 5.28" of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.9 rainfall days, and 58.9" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall in Adelboden is December, when snow falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 41.93" of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Adelboden.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of December, in Adelboden, Switzerland, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:52 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Adelboden are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Adelboden?
In Adelboden, 30.7°F is the average high-temperature and 16.5°F is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the average humidity in December in Adelboden?
In December, the average relative humidity in Adelboden is 85%.
How much does it rain in Adelboden in December?
In Adelboden, Switzerland, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 5.28" of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Adelboden?
The month with the most snowfall in Adelboden is December, when snow falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 41.93" of snow.
How many days does it snow in December in Adelboden?
In Adelboden, Switzerland, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 41.93" of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Adelboden?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Adelboden?
In December, the average day length is 8h and 40min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Adelboden?
On the first day of December in Adelboden, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:52 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Adelboden?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Adelboden, Switzerland, is 4.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Adelboden?
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Adelboden.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Adelboden?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Adelboden is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average pressure
Average wind speed
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Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (62.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).

Average rainfall in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (7.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.91").

Average rainfall days in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 41.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (41.93").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.28").

Average snowfall days in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.4 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Adelboden, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (3.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Adelboden, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December - Adelboden, Switzerland
Average visibility in December
Adelboden, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, November and December (4mi).

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