Crans-Montana weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

How does the weather in Crans-Montana usually fare in December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Crans-Montana typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Anticipate daytime highs near -3°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -12°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Crans-Montana in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 140 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 70 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

 

Crans-Montana, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 140 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (13 KM, 8 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 Crans-Montana 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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