St. Gallen weather in December (St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland)
How is the weather in St. Gallen in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In December, St. Gallen generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 40°F (show in °C), while night temperatures can drop to 29°F. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.
St. Gallen in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 4.6 inches (show in mm) for the month. Typically around 15 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 48 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit St. Gallen. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St. Gallen climate page with graphs.
St. Gallen, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
28.6°F
Max Temperature
40.1°F
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
4.6 inches
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
80%
Sunshine
48 hours
Percentage Sunshine
25%
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 St. Gallen in December?
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 in December.
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