December weather forecast
Épalinges, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Épalinges, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between -0.4°C (31.3°F) and 4.9°C (40.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F) in November to a cold 4.9°C (40.8°F). Épalinges's average low-temperature in December is measured at a subzero cold -0.4°C (31.3°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Épalinges is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Épalinges. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Épalinges. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 184mm (7.24") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Épalinges.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of December, in Épalinges, Switzerland, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:55 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Épalinges, Switzerland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Épalinges in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Épalinges, is 4.9°C (40.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to -0.4°C (31.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Épalinges?
The average relative humidity in December in Épalinges, Switzerland, is 80%.
What is the rainiest month in Épalinges?
The month with the most rainfall in Épalinges, Switzerland, is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Épalinges?
In Épalinges, Switzerland, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Épalinges?
The month with the most snowfall in Épalinges is December, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 184mm (7.24") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December in Épalinges?
In Épalinges, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 184mm (7.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Épalinges?
December has the shortest days of the year in Épalinges, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Épalinges have in December?
In December, the average day length is 8h and 39min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Épalinges?
On the first day of December in Épalinges, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:55 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Épalinges?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Épalinges, Switzerland, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Épalinges?
The average sunshine duration in December in Épalinges, Switzerland, is 5.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Épalinges?
The months with the lowest UV index in Épalinges, Switzerland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Épalinges?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Épalinges, Switzerland, is 2. 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
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-2.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 103mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 184mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (184mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Épalinges, 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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Épalinges, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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