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
Weather in December
Temperature
The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from an icy 5.2°C (41.4°F) in November to a still cold 1°C (33.8°F). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold -6.4°C (20.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Gstaad is 84%.Rainfall
In Gstaad, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gstaad, there are 86 rainfall days, and 404mm (15.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gstaad are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Gstaad. Snow falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 236mm (9.29") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:53 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Gstaad is 5.1h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 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. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Gstaad have in December?
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How many hours of sunshine does Gstaad have in December?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Gstaad?
Average temperature in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in December: 1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -6.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Gstaad, 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
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in December: 50mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in December: 236mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gstaad, 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: 5h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).
Gstaad, Switzerland
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