December weather forecast
Dietikon, Switzerland

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Weather in December

December in Dietikon marks the arrival of full-fledged winter. The high temperature dips even further to 4.2°C (39.6°F), and the snowfall reaches a peak of 232mm (9.13"), akin to January's weather pattern. This amalgamation of falling temperatures and increasing snowfall solidifies the presence of winter. Short daylight hours coupled with decreasing visibility makes for cozy, snowy evenings. Finalizing the climatic journey through the year, December brings Dietikon into the heart of a classic Swiss winter.

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F) in November to a wintry 4.2°C (39.6°F). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F) in Dietikon.

Humidity

In Dietikon, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Dietikon, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dietikon, Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dietikon. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 232mm (9.13") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dietikon, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:45 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 3, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dietikon?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dietikon, Switzerland, during December are 4.2°C (39.6°F) and -1.6°C (29.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Dietikon?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dietikon?

In Dietikon, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Dietikon?

The month with the most snowfall in Dietikon, Switzerland, is December, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 232mm (9.13") of snow.

How much does it snow in Dietikon in December?

In Dietikon, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 232mm (9.13") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dietikon?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dietikon have in December?

In Dietikon, the average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dietikon?

On the first day of December in Dietikon, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 16:45 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dietikon?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dietikon?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dietikon, Switzerland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Dietikon?

In Dietikon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average temperature in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (24.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average pressure in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average wind speed in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average humidity in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and September (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 232mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (232mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average UV index in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Dietikon, Switzerland

Average visibility in December - Dietikon, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

Dietikon, Switzerland

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