Canton of Lucerne weather in December
Planning a getaway to Canton of Lucerne 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 is the weather like in Canton of Lucerne in December?
Canton of Lucerne is a region in Switzerland. December in Canton of Lucerne generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. December is a winter month.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Sörenberg at 1°C to cold in Hochdorf at 5°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Hochdorf and -5°C in Sörenberg. In many regions in Switzerland, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Willisau with an average of 115 mm to high snow/rainfall in Beckenried with 139 mm. The city Lucerne usually sees around 36 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canton of Lucerne in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Canton of Lucerne climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Canton of Lucerne?
Average weather in Lucerne
In December Lucerne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Weggis
In December Weggis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Vitznau
In December Vitznau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Rothenburg
In December Rothenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Sursee
In December Sursee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Canton of Lucerne, in Switzerland.
Is December the best time to visit Canton of Lucerne?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Lucerne with often poor weather in Lucerne.
Generally speaking, September provides tolerable weather in Lucerne. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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