December weather forecast
Meggen, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Meggen, Switzerland, with an average temperature fluctuating between -2.7°C (27.1°F) and 3.4°C (38.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 7.8°C (46°F) in November to a cold 3.4°C (38.1°F). The temperature lowers to an average of -2.7°C (27.1°F) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Meggen, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.8 rainfall days, and 981mm (38.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Meggen, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 148mm (5.83") of snow. In Meggen, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 692mm (27.24") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:47 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Meggen, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Meggen?
During December, Meggen experiences an average high-temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F) and a low-temperature of -2.7°C (27.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Meggen?
The average relative humidity in December in Meggen is 83%.
How much does it rain in Meggen in December?
In Meggen, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 89mm (3.5") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Meggen in December?
In December, in Meggen, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 148mm (5.83") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Meggen?
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Meggen have in December?
In Meggen, Switzerland, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Meggen?
On the first day of December in Meggen, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:47 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Meggen?
The month with the least sunshine in Meggen, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Meggen?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Meggen?
The months with the lowest UV index in Meggen, Switzerland, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Meggen?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Meggen, 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 - Meggen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Meggen, 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 July and August (77%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (52mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 148mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (169mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meggen, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Meggen, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Meggen, 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 - Meggen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Meggen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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