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Appenzell Ausserrhoden Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in December.

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Appenzell Gais Heiden Herisau

Planning a getaway to Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in December

Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. December in Appenzell Ausserrhoden generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Appenzell. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Heiden with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to high snow/rainfall in Schönengrund with 129 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Appenzell gets roughly 48 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Appenzell Ausserrhoden by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Appenzell Ausserrhoden — and find the best time to visit. (based on Appenzell)

January3°C (37°F) February5°C (41°F) March9°C (48°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Appenzell Ausserrhoden.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Appenzell Ausserrhoden (December)

Precipitation variation in Appenzell Ausserrhoden (December)

Appenzell

In December Appenzell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
48 hours
56 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Appenzell →

Gais

In December Gais generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
48 hours
56 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gais →

Heiden

In December Heiden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
48 hours
56 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Heiden →

Herisau

In December Herisau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
48 hours
56 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Herisau →

Schönengrund

In December Schönengrund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
112 hours
127 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Schönengrund →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Appenzell Ausserrhoden in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Appenzell 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Gais 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Heiden 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Herisau 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Schönengrund 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Teufen 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)

Appenzell Ausserrhoden weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in December?

Expect poor weather across Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in December. The popular destination of Appenzell averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -3°C (27°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland in December?

Daytime temperatures in Appenzell peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in December, dropping to about -3°C (27°F) overnight.

Does Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland sees substantial snow/rainfall in December. Appenzell typically averages about 125 mm (4.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Appenzell.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly tolerable weather in Appenzell. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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