December weather forecast
Saas-Grund, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saas-Grund, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -2.5°C (27.5°F) and -10.6°C (12.9°F).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from an icy 0.5°C (32.9°F) in November to a subzero cold -2.5°C (27.5°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a frigid cold -10.6°C (12.9°F) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Saas-Grund is 84%.

Rainfall

In Saas-Grund, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saas-Grund, there are 176.3 rainfall days, and 1541mm (60.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Saas-Grund, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 474mm (18.66") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saas-Grund, there are 126.3 snowfall days, and 4942mm (194.57") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Saas-Grund, Switzerland, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 16:52 CET.

Sunshine

In Saas-Grund, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

In Saas-Grund, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saas-Grund in December?
In December, in Saas-Grund, the average high-temperature is -2.5°C (27.5°F), and the average low-temperature is -10.6°C (12.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Saas-Grund?
The average relative humidity in December in Saas-Grund is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December in Saas-Grund?
In Saas-Grund, Switzerland, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Saas-Grund in December?
In December, in Saas-Grund, Switzerland, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 474mm (18.66") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Saas-Grund?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Saas-Grund?
The average day length in December is 8h and 42min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saas-Grund?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:44. On the last day of the month, in Saas-Grund, Switzerland, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 16:52 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Saas-Grund?
In Saas-Grund, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Saas-Grund?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average temperature in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: -2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average pressure in December
Saas-Grund, 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 (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average wind speed in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average humidity in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (82%).

Average rainfall in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average rainfall in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (51mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average snowfall in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 474mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1182mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saas-Grund, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average UV index in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in December - Saas-Grund, Switzerland
Average visibility in December
Saas-Grund, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and November (6km).

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