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Temperatures in December
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Temperature in Switzerland in December

December in Switzerland has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Zermatt with -6°C to low temperatures in Balerna with 8°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C in Balerna and -14°C in Zermatt. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Switzerland in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of Switzerland on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in December in Switzerland?
    • According to our recent database analysis, Balerna is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 8°C and rarely drops below 1°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in December in Switzerland?
    • In our database, Zermatt is the chilliest city in December in Switzerland. Daytime temperatures typically peak at -6°C, while the nighttime lows hover around -14°C.

  • How much sun does Switzerland get in December?
    • The city Zermatt usually sees around 83 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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