Verbier weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

Wondering what the weather is like in Verbier during December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Verbier includes very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is typically considered a winter month. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to -3°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -12°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Verbier in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 15 days days of snow.

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Verbier. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Verbier, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 142 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (15 KM, 9 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 Verbier 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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