Saas-Fee weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Is December a good time to explore Saas-Fee weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Saas-Fee generally includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to -4°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -12°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Saas-Fee in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. You can typically expect 16 days days of snow this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 83 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Saas-Fee, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 111 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 83 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 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.

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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 Saas-Fee 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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