December weather forecast
Rüschlikon, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F) in November to an icy 4.4°C (39.9°F). In December, Rüschlikon experiences an average nighttime temperature of -1.6°C (29.1°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rüschlikon, Switzerland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. In Rüschlikon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.8 days and collects up to 471mm (18.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rüschlikon, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:45 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rüschlikon. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rüschlikon in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Rüschlikon, is 4.4°C (39.9°F), while the average low-temperature is -1.6°C (29.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Rüschlikon?
In Rüschlikon, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.
How much does it rain in Rüschlikon in December?
In December, in Rüschlikon, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Rüschlikon?
December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 85mm (3.35") of snow.
How much does it snow in Rüschlikon in December?
In Rüschlikon, 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 Rüschlikon?
The month with the shortest days in Rüschlikon, Switzerland, is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Rüschlikon have in December?
The average day length in December in Rüschlikon, Switzerland, is 8h and 33min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rüschlikon?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, in Rüschlikon, Switzerland, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:45 CET.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Rüschlikon?
January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rüschlikon.
How many hours of sunshine does Rüschlikon have in December?
In Rüschlikon, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rüschlikon?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Rüschlikon?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rüschlikon, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rüschlikon, 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).

Average sunshine days in December - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Rüschlikon, 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 - Rüschlikon, Switzerland
Average visibility in December
Rüschlikon, 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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