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

Is December a good time to explore Lichtensteig weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Lichtensteig includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -2°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Lichtensteig in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 112 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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

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

 

Lichtensteig, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 25 km/h *  

Sunshine 112 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (23 KM, 14 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

Precipitation

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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

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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