Richterswil weather in December (Canton of Zurich, Switzerland)

How's the weather trend in Richterswil as December approaches? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In December, Richterswil typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -2°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Richterswil in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 14 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Richterswil. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Richterswil climate page with graphs.

 

Richterswil, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 20% *  

* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in December

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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