December weather forecast
Halden, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Halden, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between -1.8°C (28.8°F) and 3.7°C (38.7°F).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 8.5°C (47.3°F) to a cold 3.7°C (38.7°F). During December, Halden's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of -1.8°C (28.8°F).

Humidity

In Halden, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Halden, Switzerland, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 89mm (3.5") of precipitation. In Halden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 928mm (36.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Halden, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 252mm (9.92") of snow. In Halden, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 1205mm (47.44") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Halden, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:41 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Halden in December?
During December, Halden experiences an average high-temperature of 3.7°C (38.7°F) and a low-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Halden?
In Halden, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.
How many days does it rain in December in Halden?
In December, in Halden, Switzerland, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Halden in December?
In Halden, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 252mm (9.92") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Halden?
With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Halden have in December?
The average day length in December in Halden, Switzerland, is 8h and 32min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Halden?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, in Halden, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 16:41 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Halden?
The average sunshine duration in December in Halden is 4.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Halden?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December in Halden?
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.
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Average temperature in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 89mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (43mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 252mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (337mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Halden, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Halden, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Halden, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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

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

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