Lucerne weather in December (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

What should you pack for a trip to Lucerne in December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Lucerne includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 5°C, while nights can cool down to about -1°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Lucerne in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 36 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lucerne. September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Lucerne, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 132 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 36 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 30% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (32 KM, 20 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

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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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lucerne.

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