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In Grindelwald, December brings very low daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), with nights cooling to -10°C (14°F). Expect quite a bit of snowfall this month.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Grindelwald typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around -3°C (27°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -6°C (21°F) to -4°C (25°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Grindelwald spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Grindelwald from 1976 through 2025.
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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).
Winter clothing is essential for visiting Grindelwald in December. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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