Lauterbrunnen weather in December (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)
Is December a good time to explore Lauterbrunnen weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
Typically, December in Lauterbrunnen includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is part of winter. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -10°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Precipitation
Lauterbrunnen in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 154 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have snow.Average sunshine
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 51 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lauterbrunnen climate page with graphs.
Lauterbrunnen, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-10°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
154 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
51 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
36% *
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Lauterbrunnen 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.
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