Canton of Solothurn Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland in December.

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Solothurn Olten Zuchwil Egerkingen

Are you planning a trip a to Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Canton of Solothurn in December

Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. December in Canton of Solothurn generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Solothurn.

For specific regional insights in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Oensingen with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to high snow/rainfall in Olten with 108 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Solothurn gets roughly 54 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Canton of Solothurn by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Solothurn in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Solothurn.

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 Canton of Solothurn

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

Temperature range in Canton of Solothurn (December)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Solothurn (December)

Solothurn

In December Solothurn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
54 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Solothurn →

Olten

In December Olten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
53 hours
63 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Olten →

Zuchwil

In December Zuchwil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
54 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zuchwil →

Egerkingen

In December Egerkingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
53 hours
63 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Egerkingen →

Grenchen

In December Grenchen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
54 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grenchen →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Solothurn in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Solothurn 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Olten 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Zuchwil 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Egerkingen 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Grenchen 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Wangen an der Aare 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Canton of Solothurn weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland in December?

Expect poor weather across Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland in December. The popular destination of Solothurn averages 5°C (41°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland in December?

Daytime temperatures in Solothurn peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in December, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland sees substantial snow/rainfall in December. Solothurn typically averages about 105 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland with often poor weather in Solothurn.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Solothurn. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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