December weather forecast
Gampel, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gampel, Switzerland, with an average temperature fluctuating between -10.2°C (13.6°F) and -1.4°C (29.5°F).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a subzero cold -1.4°C (29.5°F) from November's wintry 2.2°C (36°F). In December, Gampel reports a consistent average low-temperature of -10.2°C (13.6°F) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gampel, Switzerland, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 522mm (20.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Gampel, Switzerland, during December, snow falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 178mm (7.01") of snow. In Gampel, during the entire year, snow falls for 111 days and aggregates up to 1205mm (47.44") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gampel, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:52 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Gampel, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gampel?
In December, in Gampel, the average high-temperature is -1.4°C (29.5°F), and the average low-temperature is -10.2°C (13.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Gampel?
In Gampel, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Gampel?
In Gampel, Switzerland, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Gampel in December?
In Gampel, in December, snow falls for 16.4 days, with typically accumulated 178mm (7.01") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Gampel?
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Gampel have in December?
In Gampel, Switzerland, the average day length in December is 8h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gampel?
On the first day of December in Gampel, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:52 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Gampel have in December?
In Gampel, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Gampel?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gampel, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (5.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1021mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 178mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (199mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and March (18.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and November (UV index 1).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Gampel, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

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

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