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Matten weather in December (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)

How is the weather in Matten in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Matten generally has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around -1°C, while nights can cool down to about -9°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Matten in December usually receives heavy snowfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 70 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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

 

Matten, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 168 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 70 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Sion, Switzerland (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in December

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in December and which places have the best weather 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 Matten in December?

Visitors traveling to Matten 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 in December.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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