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Lausanne weather in December (Vaud, Switzerland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Lausanne this December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Lausanne tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 7°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Lausanne in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 14 days with rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 57 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lausanne. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Lausanne, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 129 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 57 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26%  

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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In December generally
poor weather
with low temperatures
and high monthly rainfall

More information

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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Switzerland, check out our Lausanne's climate page.

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
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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