Canton of Glarus weather in December
Are you planning a trip to Canton of Glarus in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Canton of Glarus in December?
Canton of Glarus is a region in Switzerland. December in Canton of Glarus generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. December is a winter month.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Braunwald at -0°C to cold in Filzbach at 2°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C in Filzbach and -8°C in Braunwald. In numerous regions in Switzerland, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Elm with an average of 138 mm to high snowfall in Braunwald with 145 mm. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 72 hours of sunlight in Braunwald. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canton of Glarus in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Canton of Glarus climate page.
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Average weather in Braunwald
In December Braunwald generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Elm
In December Elm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Matt
In December Matt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Näfels
In December Näfels generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Filzbach
In December Filzbach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Canton of Glarus?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Braunwald, December may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Glarus.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Braunwald.
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