December weather forecastHölstein, Switzerland
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hölstein, Switzerland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.2°C (39.6°F) and -1.7°C (28.9°F).Temperature
Hölstein observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F) to an icy 4.2°C (39.6°F). During the month of December, an average temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F) is noted during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Hölstein, Switzerland, during December, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190.8 rainfall days, and 880mm (34.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hölstein are January through May, October through December. In Hölstein, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of snow. Throughout the year, in Hölstein, Switzerland, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:47 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Hölstein are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, Switzerland
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
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: 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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
Hölstein, 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).
