Uri Weather in December

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

Planning a journey to Uri, Switzerland this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Uri in December

Uri, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. December in Uri generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Hospental at -4°C (25°F) to cold in Seelisberg at 2°C (36°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C (25°F) in Seelisberg and -11°C (12°F) in Hospental. In numerous regions in Switzerland, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Uri, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Andermatt with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to high snowfall in Sisikon with 141 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Andermatt receives around 72 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Uri by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Uri in December

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

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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 Uri

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

Temperature range in Uri (December)

Precipitation variation in Uri (December)

Andermatt

In December Andermatt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
72 hours
85 hours
Monthly snowfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Altdorf

In December Altdorf generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°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
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snowfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Göschenen

In December Göschenen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°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)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
72 hours
85 hours
Monthly snowfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Hospental

In December Hospental generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
72 hours
85 hours
Monthly snowfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Wassen

In December Wassen 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
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
36 hours
48 hours
Monthly snowfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Andermatt -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Altdorf 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Göschenen -3°C (27°F) -11°C (12°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Hospental -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Wassen -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Fluelen 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Uri weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Uri, Switzerland generally has poor weather conditions. Andermatt sees daytime temperatures near -4°C (25°F), with nights cooling to roughly -11°C (12°F).

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

In Andermatt, the average daytime high in December is -4°C (25°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -11°C (12°F).

Does Uri, Switzerland get a lot of snow in December?

Andermatt typically receives notable snowfall in December, about 131 mm (5.2 in) on average across Uri, Switzerland.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Uri, Switzerland?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Uri, Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Andermatt.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Andermatt.

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