December weather forecast
Gimmelwald, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gimmelwald, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -10.8°C (12.6°F) and -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from an icy 1.4°C (34.5°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.7°C (28.9°F). Gimmelwald's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of -10.8°C (12.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gimmelwald is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gimmelwald, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 908mm (35.75") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18 days and accumulates 506mm (19.92") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gimmelwald is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

Sunshine

In Gimmelwald, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Gimmelwald, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gimmelwald in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Gimmelwald, is -1.7°C (28.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to -10.8°C (12.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Gimmelwald?
The average relative humidity in December in Gimmelwald is 87%.
How much does it rain in Gimmelwald in December?
In December, in Gimmelwald, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Gimmelwald?
The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 506mm (19.92") of snow.
How much does it snow in Gimmelwald in December?
In Gimmelwald, during December, snow falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 506mm (19.92") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Gimmelwald?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Gimmelwald have in December?
The average day length in December in Gimmelwald, Switzerland, is 8h and 39min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gimmelwald?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, in Gimmelwald, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:51 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Gimmelwald?
In Gimmelwald, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.
How high is the UV index in December in Gimmelwald?
In Gimmelwald, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (5.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-11.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Gimmelwald, 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 - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (82%).

Average rainfall in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (43mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (4 days).

Average snowfall in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 506mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (506mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (8mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gimmelwald, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December - Gimmelwald, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Gimmelwald, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 46).

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and May (6km).

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