Saclentse weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Saclentse in December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Saclentse generally includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is typically considered a winter month. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around -3°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -12°C. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Precipitation

Saclentse in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 138 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snowfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 70 hours of sun. It's 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 Saclentse. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Saclentse, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 138 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 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?

Visitors traveling to Saclentse 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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