Gstaad weather in December (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)

How does the December weather in Gstaad compare to other months? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During December, Gstaad usually has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures hover around 0°C, while nights can cool down to about -9°C. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.

Precipitation

Gstaad in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 157 mm for the month. On average, there are about 15 days with snow/rain during this month.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 70 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Gstaad. August typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gstaad, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 157 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (28 KM, 17 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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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