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.

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

 

Lausanne, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 129 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78%  

Sunshine 57 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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