Nidwalden weather in December
Considering a trip to Nidwalden this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Nidwalden in December?
Nidwalden is a region in Switzerland. December in Nidwalden generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. December falls during the winter season.
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 2°C and nighttime temperatures around -4°C 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.
December is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 139 mm in Emmetten. Emmetten experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 36 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nidwalden in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Nidwalden climate page.
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Average weather in Emmetten
In December Emmetten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Buochs
In December Buochs generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°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 Beckenried
In December Beckenried generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Stans
In December Stans generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°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 Stansstad
In December Stansstad 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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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Nidwalden, in Switzerland.
Is December the best time to visit Nidwalden?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Emmetten, December may not be the ideal time to visit Nidwalden.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly unpleasant weather in Emmetten.
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