Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 7.9°C (46.2°F) in November to a cold 3.7°C (38.7°F). In Gettnau, an average temperature of -2.4°C (27.7°F) is noted during December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Gettnau, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 789mm (31.06") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gettnau are January through May, October through December. In Gettnau, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 226mm (8.9") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gettnau, there are 59.1 snowfall days, and 1284mm (50.55") 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, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:48 CET.
Sunshine
In Gettnau, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gettnau?
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Average temperature in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in December: 3.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Gettnau, 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 (1015.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in December: 70mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in December: 226mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (269mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gettnau, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Gettnau, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Gettnau, Switzerland
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
