December weather forecast
Grüningen, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Grüningen, Switzerland, with an average temperature ranging between min -2.7°C (27.1°F) and max 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F). During December, Grüningen's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of -2.7°C (27.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Grüningen, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grüningen, there are 151 rainfall days, and 623mm (24.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grüningen are January through May, October through December. In Grüningen, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of snow. In Grüningen, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 753mm (29.65") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of December, in Grüningen, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Grüningen during December?
In Grüningen, in December, the average high-temperature is 3.2°C (37.8°F), and the average low-temperature is -2.7°C (27.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Grüningen?
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.
How much does it rain in Grüningen in December?
In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Grüningen?
In Grüningen, Switzerland, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 160mm (6.3") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Grüningen?
The month with the shortest days in Grüningen is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Grüningen have in December?
In Grüningen, Switzerland, the average day length in December is 8h and 33min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grüningen?
On the first day of December in Grüningen, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:44 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Grüningen have in December?
In Grüningen, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grüningen?
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in December in Grüningen?
In Grüningen, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-4.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (31mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 160mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (202mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grüningen, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December - Grüningen, Switzerland
Average visibility in December
Grüningen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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