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Geneva Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Geneva in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 4°C (39°F) during the day, dropping to -4°C (25°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Geneva in December

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 14 days, totalling around 74 mm (2.9 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Geneva in December

Daytime temperatures in Geneva reach 4°C (39°F) in December, dropping to -4°C (25°F) at night. The winter season takes place during December. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. At -4°C (25°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.

Sunshine in Geneva in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 68 hours of sunshine.

December in Geneva can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Geneva Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
68 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
25% *
* Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (70 KM, 43 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Geneva in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Geneva in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Geneva in December

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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