Gais weather in December (Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland)

How does the weather in Gais usually fare in December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Gais typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 4°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -3°C. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Precipitation

Gais in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Expect around 15 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 48 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Gais, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 121 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: St. Gallen, Switzerland (9 KM, 5 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

Temperatures

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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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