December weather forecastWil, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December in Wil, Switzerland brings the arrival of stark winter, with average highs reaching 3.2°C (37.8°F) and lows dipping to a frosty -2.7°C (27.1°F). Snowfall becomes a frequent occurrence, covering the city in a blanket of white. Christmas markets and holiday celebrations dominate the month, spreading cheer even amidst the chilled winter climate.

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Wil's average high-temperature eases from a frosty 7.5°C (45.5°F) to a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F). Wil experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold -2.7°C (27.1°F) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Wil is 87%.

Rainfall

In Wil, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wil, Switzerland, there are 151 rainfall days, and 623mm (24.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wil, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 753mm (29.65") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:42 CET.

Sunshine

In Wil, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wil are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Wil, the average high-temperature is 3.2°C (37.8°F), and the average low-temperature is -2.7°C (27.1°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Wil is 87%.

In Wil, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Wil, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of snow.

The month with the shortest days in Wil is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Wil is 8h and 32min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, in Wil, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:42 CET.

In Wil, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wil, Switzerland, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average high temperature in December: 3.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.5°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 (11.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-4.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Wil, 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 (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (31mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall in December: 160mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (202mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min

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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wil, Switzerland

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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