Nidwalden Weather in December

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

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Emmetten Buochs Beckenried Stans

Planning a trip to Nidwalden, Switzerland this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Nidwalden in December

Nidwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. December in Nidwalden generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Emmetten. In many areas in Switzerland, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Nidwalden, Switzerland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 139 mm (5.5 in) in Emmetten.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in December. Emmetten sees roughly 36 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Nidwalden by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September17°C (63°F) October12°C (54°F) November6°C (43°F) December2°C (36°F)
Best Time to Visit Nidwalden →

Best Places to Visit in Nidwalden in December

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

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 Nidwalden

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

Temperature range in Nidwalden (December)

Precipitation variation in Nidwalden (December)

Emmetten

In December Emmetten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Emmetten →

Buochs

In December Buochs generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Buochs →

Beckenried

In December Beckenried generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Beckenried →

Stans

In December Stans generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stans →

Stansstad

In December Stansstad 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
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stansstad →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Nidwalden, in Switzerland.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Emmetten 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Buochs 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Beckenried 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Stans 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Stansstad 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Hergiswil 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

Nidwalden weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nidwalden, Switzerland in December?

Nidwalden, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Emmetten average around 2°C (36°F), and temperatures drop to about -4°C (25°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nidwalden, Switzerland in December?

Average temperatures in Nidwalden, Switzerland during December range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 2°C (36°F) in Emmetten.

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

Emmetten typically receives notable snow/rainfall in December, about 139 mm (5.5 in) on average across Nidwalden, Switzerland.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nidwalden, Switzerland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Emmetten, December may not be the ideal time to visit Nidwalden, Switzerland.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly unpleasant weather in Emmetten.

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