Orsières weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

How does the weather in Orsières usually fare in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During December, Orsières usually has very low temperatures and high snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -12°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Orsières in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 15 days.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 75 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Orsières. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Orsières, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 145 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (24 KM, 15 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 Orsières 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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