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Locarno weather in December (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Locarno in December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Locarno includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December marks the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 4°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -3°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Locarno in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 118 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Locarno, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
SunshineSunshine 118 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56%  

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?

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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