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Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) weather in December (Aargau, Switzerland)

Looking to travel to Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -5°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 135 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 112 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif). June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) climate page with graphs.

 

Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 135 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
WindspeedWindspeed 25 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 112 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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 Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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