December weather forecast
Pfaffnau, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pfaffnau, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 4.2°C (39.6°F) and -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F) in November to a wintry 4.2°C (39.6°F). Throughout the nights in December, Pfaffnau experiences an average low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pfaffnau is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pfaffnau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.8 days and collects up to 880mm (34.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pfaffnau are January through May, October through December. In Pfaffnau, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 143mm (5.63") of snow. Throughout the year, in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, there are 39.9 snowfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pfaffnau, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:48 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Pfaffnau.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pfaffnau. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Pfaffnau during December?
Pfaffnau in December has an average high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Pfaffnau?
In December, the average relative humidity in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, is 86%.
How much does it rain in Pfaffnau in December?
In Pfaffnau, in December, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Pfaffnau?
In Pfaffnau, Switzerland, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Pfaffnau?
December has the shortest days of the year in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Pfaffnau have in December?
In Pfaffnau, Switzerland, the average day length in December is 8h and 34min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pfaffnau?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 16:48 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Pfaffnau?
The month with the least sunshine in Pfaffnau, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Pfaffnau?
In Pfaffnau, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pfaffnau?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Pfaffnau?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pfaffnau is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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: 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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
Pfaffnau, 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).

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