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Scharnitz Weather in December

December in Scharnitz averages 1°C (34°F) during the day and -8°C (18°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 102 mm (4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Scharnitz in December

Historically, December sees about 15 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 102 mm (4 in). Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Scharnitz in December

In December, expect very low temperatures in Scharnitz, with highs of 1°C (34°F) and lows of -8°C (18°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With overnight lows of -8°C (18°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. 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.

Sunshine in Scharnitz in December

The city usually sees around 85 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Scharnitz in December

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during December. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

December in Scharnitz can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Scharnitz Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C (18°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 85 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: Innsbruck, Austria (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in Austria in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Scharnitz in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Scharnitz in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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