Bellinzona weather in December (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Interested in knowing the climate of Bellinzona in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of December in Bellinzona typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -4°C. Prepare for low temperatures this month by wearing plenty of layers. It's essential to stay warm in such cold conditions.

Precipitation

Bellinzona in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 13 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 118 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bellinzona. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Bellinzona, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 118 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

* Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (17 KM, 10 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.

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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

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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