Interlaken weather in December (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)

Curious about the December weather in Interlaken? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Interlaken generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -1°C. But by evening, they drop to around -8°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Interlaken in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 146 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of snow.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 51 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Interlaken. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Interlaken climate page with graphs.

 

Interlaken, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 146 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
SunshineSunshine 51 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in Switzerland in December

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Interlaken in December?

Visitors traveling to Interlaken should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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