December weather forecast
Betschwanden, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Betschwanden, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -0.1°C (31.8°F) and -6.5°C (20.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from an icy 3.9°C (39°F) in November to a subzero cold -0.1°C (31.8°F). Betschwanden's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a still freezing cold -6.5°C (20.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Betschwanden is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Betschwanden, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 1680mm (66.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1197mm (47.13") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Betschwanden, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

Sunshine

In Betschwanden, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Betschwanden. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Betschwanden?
In Betschwanden, in December, the average high-temperature is -0.1°C (31.8°F), and the average low-temperature is -6.5°C (20.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Betschwanden?
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.
How much does it rain in Betschwanden in December?
In Betschwanden, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Betschwanden?
December is the month with the most snowfall in Betschwanden. Snow falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 1197mm (47.13") of snow.
How much does it snow in Betschwanden in December?
In Betschwanden, Switzerland, in December, during 18.5 snowfall days, 1197mm (47.13") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Betschwanden?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Betschwanden have in December?
The average day length in December in Betschwanden, Switzerland, is 8h and 36min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Betschwanden?
On the first day of December in Betschwanden, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:44 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Betschwanden have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Betschwanden, Switzerland, is 3.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Betschwanden?
The months with the lowest UV index in Betschwanden are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Betschwanden?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: -0.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-1.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (7.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (81%).

Average rainfall in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 144mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (90mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 1197mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1197mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (6mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Betschwanden, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.9 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December - Betschwanden, Switzerland
Average visibility in December
Betschwanden, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is July (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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