Gsteig weather in December (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)

Thinking of visiting Gsteig in December? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

December in Gsteig generally includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -0°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -10°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Gsteig in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 152 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 15 days.

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 Gsteig. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gsteig, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 152 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

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

Precipitation

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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 Gsteig 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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