Quarten weather in December (Switzerland)

Is December a good time to explore Quarten weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During December, Quarten usually has very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in December. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 2°C. At night, it falls to around -6°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Quarten in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. On average, there are about 15 days with snow/rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 112 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Quarten, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 144 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 25 km/h *  

Sunshine 112 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Switzerland (14 KM, 9 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

Precipitation

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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?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Quarten.

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