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Jungfrau Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland in December.

Thinking about venturing to the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Jungfrau Region in December

The Jungfrau Region, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. December in the Jungfrau Region generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -4°C (25°F) in Gimmelwald to -1°C (30°F) in Interlaken. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -8°C (18°F) in Interlaken and -11°C (12°F) in Gimmelwald. 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 the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Interlaken with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) to high snowfall in Gimmelwald with 159 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Grindelwald gets roughly 51 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore the Jungfrau Region by month

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

Best Places to Visit in the Jungfrau Region in December

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

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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 the Jungfrau Region

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

Temperature range in the Jungfrau Region (December)

Precipitation variation in the Jungfrau Region (December)

Grindelwald

In December Grindelwald generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snowfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Interlaken

In December Interlaken generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snowfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Wengen

In December Wengen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snowfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
153 mm (6 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lauterbrunnen

In December Lauterbrunnen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snowfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Mürren

In December Mürren generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
51 hours
66 hours
Monthly snowfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Jungfrau Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Interlaken -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Lauterbrunnen -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Grindelwald -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Wengen -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Mürren -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Gimmelwald -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)

The Jungfrau Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland in December?

December in the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland brings poor weather. In Grindelwald, daytime temperatures are typically around -3°C (27°F) and nighttime lows hover near -10°C (14°F).

What is the average temperature in the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland in December?

In Grindelwald, the average daytime high in December is -3°C (27°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -10°C (14°F).

Does the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland get a lot of snow in December?

Grindelwald typically receives notable snowfall in December, about 150 mm (5.9 in) on average across the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Grindelwald, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Grindelwald.

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