Rothenburg weather in December (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Rothenburg this December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Rothenburg usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -1°C.

Precipitation

Rothenburg in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 36 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rothenburg. June and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rothenburg, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 128 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 36 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 30% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 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

Precipitation

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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

Interested in more climate information?

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