Herisau weather in December (St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland)

Wondering what the weather is like in Herisau during December? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In December, Herisau tends to experience low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 4°C, while nights can cool down to about -2°C. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Precipitation

Herisau in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. You can typically expect 15 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 48 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 Herisau. September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Herisau, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 123 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: St. Gallen, Switzerland (8 KM, 5 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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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