Nax weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Is Nax a good destination in December, weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

December in Nax generally includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -3°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -13°C. Prepare for low temperatures this month by wearing plenty of layers. It's essential to stay warm in such cold conditions.

Precipitation

Nax in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 134 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 14 days will experience snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 70 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Nax. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, 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 Nax climate page with graphs.

 

Nax, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 134 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (7 KM, 4 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

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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?

Visitors traveling to Nax 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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