December weather forecast
Goppenstein, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goppenstein, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min -10.2°C (13.6°F) and max -1.4°C (29.5°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Goppenstein experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cold 2.2°C (36°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.4°C (29.5°F). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of -10.2°C (13.6°F) in Goppenstein.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Goppenstein, Switzerland, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Goppenstein, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 522mm (20.55") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Goppenstein.
On the first day of December in Goppenstein, 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.

Sunshine

In Goppenstein, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Goppenstein is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Goppenstein?
December temperatures in Goppenstein vary between a high-temperature of -1.4°C (29.5°F) and a low-temperature of -10.2°C (13.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Goppenstein?
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Goppenstein?
In Goppenstein, Switzerland, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Goppenstein?
In Goppenstein, Switzerland, in December, during 16.4 snowfall days, 178mm (7.01") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Goppenstein?
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Goppenstein?
In Goppenstein, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Goppenstein?
On the first day of December in Goppenstein, 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 Goppenstein have in December?
In Goppenstein, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Goppenstein?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Goppenstein, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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
Goppenstein, 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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