Saas weather in December (Grisons, Switzerland)
Looking to travel to Saas in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In December, Saas typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -11°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
Saas in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 16 days.
The city usually sees around 95 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Saas. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saas climate page with graphs.
Saas, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-11°C
Max Temperature
-2°C
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
114 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
76% *
Windspeed
4 km/h *
Sunshine
95 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
Where to go in Switzerland in December
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Saas in December?
Visitors traveling to Saas 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 in December.
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