Grimentz weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

How's the weather trend in Grimentz as December approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Grimentz usually has very low temperatures and high snowfall. December marks the winter season. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately -4°C. At night, it falls to around -13°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Grimentz in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of snow.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 70 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 Grimentz. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Grimentz, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 122 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 1 m/s *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 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?

Visitors traveling to Grimentz 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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