December weather forecast
Meilen, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meilen, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between -1.6°C (29.1°F) and 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F) to a cold 4.4°C (39.9°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Meilen, Switzerland, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Meilen, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Meilen, Switzerland, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 471mm (18.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Meilen are January through May, October through December. 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.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Meilen.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:45 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Meilen in December?
The high-temperature in Meilen during December is 4.4°C (39.9°F) and the low-temperature is -1.6°C (29.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Meilen?
In December, the average relative humidity in Meilen is 87%.
How much does it rain in Meilen in December?
In Meilen, Switzerland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Meilen?
The month with the most snowfall in Meilen, Switzerland, is December, when snow falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of snow.
How much does it snow in Meilen in December?
In Meilen, Switzerland, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 85mm (3.35") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Meilen?
December has the shortest days of the year in Meilen, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Meilen?
In December, the average day length in Meilen is 8h and 33min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Meilen?
On the first day of December in Meilen, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:45 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Meilen?
January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Meilen.
How many hours of sunshine does Meilen have in December?
In Meilen, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Meilen?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Meilen, Switzerland.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Meilen?
In Meilen, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Meilen, 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).

Average pressure in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Meilen, 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).

Average wind speed in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Meilen, 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).

Average humidity in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Meilen, 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%).

Average rainfall in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Meilen, 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).

Average rainfall days in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Meilen, 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).

Average snowfall in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Meilen, 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).

Average snowfall days in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Meilen, 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).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meilen, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 36min).

  • 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).

Average sunshine days in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Meilen, 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).

Average UV index in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Meilen, 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).

Average cloud cover in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Meilen, 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).

Average visibility in December - Meilen, Switzerland
Average visibility in December
Meilen, 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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