December weather forecast
Gontenschwil, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gontenschwil, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between -1.7°C (28.9°F) and 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) in November to a cold 4.2°C (39.6°F). Gontenschwil's temperature lowers to a mean of -1.7°C (28.9°F) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gontenschwil, Switzerland, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.8 rainfall days, and 880mm (34.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gontenschwil. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 143mm (5.63") of snow is accumulated. In Gontenschwil, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 652mm (25.67") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gontenschwil.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:47 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Gontenschwil, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Gontenschwil in December?
Gontenschwil in December has an average high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Gontenschwil?
The average relative humidity in December in Gontenschwil is 86%.
How much does it rain in Gontenschwil in December?
In Gontenschwil, Switzerland, in December, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Gontenschwil?
In Gontenschwil, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Gontenschwil?
The month with the shortest days in Gontenschwil, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Gontenschwil?
The average day length in December in Gontenschwil is 8h and 33min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gontenschwil?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, in Gontenschwil, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:47 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Gontenschwil?
The month with the least sunshine in Gontenschwil is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Gontenschwil have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Gontenschwil?
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gontenschwil, Switzerland.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Gontenschwil?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (45mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 143mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (153mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Gontenschwil, 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
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gontenschwil, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, September, October, November and December (8km).

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