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Stoos Weather in December

In Stoos, December brings very low daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), with nights cooling to -5°C (23°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Stoos in December

The climate data from previous years indicates about 15 days of snow/rain, averaging 143 mm (5.6 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Stoos in December

Stoos in December gets highs of 2°C (36°F) during the day and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night. December is known for being in the winter season. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. With lows of -5°C (23°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.

Sunshine in Stoos in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 36 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Stoos in December

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during December. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

December in Stoos 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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Stoos Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 143 mm (5.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 36 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 30% *  
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland 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 Stoos 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 Stoos 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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