Stans weather in December (Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland)

How's the weather trend in Stans as December approaches? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Stans generally includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 3°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -3°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.

Precipitation

Stans in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 36 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Stans. July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Stans, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 139 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 36 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 30% *  

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (22 KM, 14 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?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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