Kandersteg weather in December (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)

How does the weather in Kandersteg usually fare in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Kandersteg usually has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -3°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -11°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Kandersteg in December usually receives heavy snowfall, averaging around 170 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have snow.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 51 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Kandersteg, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 170 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (24 KM, 15 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.

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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 Kandersteg 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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