Ettal weather in December (Bavaria, Germany)

Looking to travel to Ettal in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Ettal typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -6°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Ettal in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 117 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ettal. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ettal, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 98 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 117 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Zugspitze, Germany (33 KM, 21 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in December

Find out more about the weather in Germany in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Ettal in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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