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Obergesteln weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Planning a trip to Obergesteln 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, Obergesteln generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -5°C. But by evening, they drop to around -12°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Obergesteln in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of snowfall is expected.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 51 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 142 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 51 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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 in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Obergesteln in December?

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 in December.

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

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