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
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December in Locarno signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from 5.5°C (41.9°F) in November to a still cold 2°C (35.6°F). December nights in Locarno experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold -4.6°C (23.7°F).Humidity
In Locarno, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Locarno, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Locarno, Switzerland, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 1253mm (49.33") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Locarno are January through May, October through December. In Locarno, Switzerland, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 260mm (10.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Locarno, Switzerland, there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 1500mm (59.06") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:48 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Locarno?
What is the average humidity in December in Locarno?
How much does it rain in Locarno in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Locarno?
What is the month with the shortest days in Locarno?
What is the average length of the day in December in Locarno?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Locarno?
How many hours of sunshine does Locarno have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Locarno?
What is the UV index reading in December in Locarno?
Average temperature in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in December: 2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average pressure in December: 1020.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in December: 7.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in December: 70mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in December: 260mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (334mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Locarno, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Locarno, Switzerland
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September, October and November (8km).
