Riederalp weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What should you pack for a trip to Riederalp in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Riederalp tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime highs near -4°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -12°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Riederalp in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have snow.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 51 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Riederalp, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 136 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (34 KM, 21 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

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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?

Visitors traveling to Riederalp should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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