Pontresina weather in December (Grisons, Switzerland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Pontresina this December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During December, Pontresina usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -5°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -13°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Pontresina in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with snow during this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 102 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pontresina. June, July and August typically offer 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 Pontresina climate page with graphs.

 

Pontresina, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -5°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 102 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Saint Moritz, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 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 Pontresina 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

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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