Brig weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Is Brig a good destination in December, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Brig usually has very low temperatures and high snowfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -12°C. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.

Precipitation

Brig in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 15 days days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 83 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Brig. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, 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 Brig climate page with graphs.

 

Brig, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 83 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 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?

Visitors traveling to Brig 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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