Appenzell weather in December (Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland)

What's the typical weather in Appenzell for December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Appenzell typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 4°C, cooling off to about -3°C at night. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Appenzell in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 15 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 48 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Appenzell. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Appenzell, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

* Data from: St. Gallen, Switzerland (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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