Eigenthal weather in December (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

What should you pack for a trip to Eigenthal in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Eigenthal typically brings low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 5°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -1°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Eigenthal in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 36 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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

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

 

Eigenthal, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 134 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 36 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 30% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (35 KM, 22 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

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