Oberstdorf weather in December (Bavaria, Germany)

What can you expect from the weather in Oberstdorf during December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Oberstdorf typically experiences very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -7°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Oberstdorf in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Oberstdorf. 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 Oberstdorf climate page with graphs.

 

Oberstdorf, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 133 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
* Data from: St. Anton am Arlberg, Austria (30 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in December

Find out more about the weather in Germany 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 Oberstdorf in December?

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 in December.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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