Zermatt weather in December (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What can you expect from the weather in Zermatt during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Zermatt typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -6°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -14°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Zermatt in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 83 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

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

 

Zermatt, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 83 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55%  

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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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 Zermatt in December?

Visitors traveling to Zermatt 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 in December.

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

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