December weather forecast
Kloten, Switzerland

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kloten, Switzerland, with an average temperature ranging between min -1.6°C (29.1°F) and max 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 8.6°C (47.5°F) to a wintry 4.4°C (39.9°F). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of -1.6°C (29.1°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Kloten, Switzerland, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 471mm (18.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Kloten. Snow falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 85mm (3.35") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kloten are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kloten during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kloten are 4.4°C (39.9°F) and -1.6°C (29.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Kloten?

In Kloten, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kloten?

In Kloten, Switzerland, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Kloten?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Kloten?

In Kloten, Switzerland, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kloten?

The month with the shortest days in Kloten is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kloten?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kloten?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of the month, in Kloten, Switzerland, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kloten?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kloten?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kloten is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kloten?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kloten.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kloten?

In Kloten, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average temperature in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average pressure in December - Kloten, 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 (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average wind speed in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kloten, Switzerland

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 85mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (85mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kloten, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in December - Kloten, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kloten, Switzerland

Average UV index in December - Kloten, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kloten, Switzerland

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Kloten, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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