December weather forecast
Amden, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Amden, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -3.8°C (25.2°F) and an average high of 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Amden experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F) in November to an icy 2.5°C (36.5°F). In Amden, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a subzero cold -3.8°C (25.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Amden is 85%.

Rainfall

In Amden, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.6 rainfall days, and 714mm (28.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Amden, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 231mm (9.09") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.4 snowfall days, and 1344mm (52.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Amden, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Amden in December?
In Amden, 2.5°C (36.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -3.8°C (25.2°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the average humidity in December in Amden?
In December, the average relative humidity in Amden is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Amden?
In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Amden?
In Amden, Switzerland, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 231mm (9.09") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Amden?
The month with the shortest days in Amden, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Amden?
In December, the average day length in Amden, Switzerland, is 8h and 34min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Amden?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, in Amden, Switzerland, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:43 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Amden?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Amden, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Amden?
In Amden, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Amden?
The months with the lowest UV index in Amden, Switzerland, are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Amden?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Amden, Switzerland, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Amden, 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 (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (36mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 231mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (417mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Amden, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is July (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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