Obergesteln weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Is Obergesteln a good destination in December, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Obergesteln usually has very low temperatures and high snowfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -5°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -12°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Obergesteln in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with snow during this month.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 51 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Obergesteln, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -5°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 142 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 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?

Visitors traveling to Obergesteln 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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