December weather forecast
Fribourg, Switzerland

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Weather in December

December arrives with a characteristic winter chill, temperatures rarely climbing above 4.3°C (39.7°F). It also marks a return of the snow, with 128mm (5.04") gracing the city. Traditionally, people relish this season by engaging in winter sports or enjoying mugs of hot chocolate in cozy settings. Fribourg's streets take on a fairy-tale quality with the twinkling holiday lights reflecting off the snow. As the year draws to a close, the city finds a fine balance between embracing the winter cold and a warm festive spirit.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Fribourg experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a chilly 8°C (46.4°F) in November to a wintry 4.3°C (39.7°F). Fribourg reports a consistent average low-temperature of -1.9°C (28.6°F) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month in Fribourg is December, with an average relative humidity of 86.9%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.1 rainfall days, and 1076mm (42.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fribourg are January through April, October through December. In Fribourg, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of snow. In Fribourg, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 16 days and aggregates up to 627mm (24.69") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of December, in Fribourg, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:52 CET.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Fribourg during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fribourg are 4.3°C (39.7°F) and -1.9°C (28.6°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Fribourg?

December is the most humid month in Fribourg, with an average relative humidity of 86.9%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fribourg?

In Fribourg, the average relative humidity in December is 86.9%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fribourg?

In Fribourg, Switzerland, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Fribourg?

In Fribourg, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 128mm (5.04") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fribourg?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fribourg?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fribourg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:52 CET.
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Average temperature in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average temperature in December - Fribourg, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.2°C).

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Average humidity in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average humidity in December - Fribourg, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 86.9%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86.9%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68.5%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Fribourg, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (55mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Fribourg, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Fribourg, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 128mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (162mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Fribourg, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December
Fribourg, Switzerland

Average daylight in December - Fribourg, 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).

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Fribourg, Switzerland

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