December weather forecast
Köniz, Switzerland

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Weather in December

December in Köniz marks a full circle to its climatological cycle, as the city gets wrapped in the cold embrace of winter. The city navigates a drop in temperature compared to November, but with less severe cold and a relatively lower snowfall. In-line with the Christmas spirit, the city mirrors a winter wonderland with snow-draped landscapes and festive decorations. Decreasing daylight hours contribute to a soothing city view during nightfall with an array of sparkling lights. As the year concludes, Köniz prepares to step into another cycle of weather phenomena, welcoming the New Year with hopeful anticipation.

Temperature

A subtle shift in Köniz's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 8.2°C (46.8°F) to a wintry 4.3°C (39.7°F). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F) is recorded in Köniz.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Köniz, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Köniz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.7 days and collects up to 438mm (17.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Köniz, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 80mm (3.15") of snow is typically accumulated. In Köniz, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 413mm (16.26") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Köniz, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Köniz?

Köniz in December has an average high-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Köniz?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Köniz?

In December, in Köniz, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Köniz in December?

In Köniz, Switzerland, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 80mm (3.15") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Köniz?

December has the shortest days of the year in Köniz, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Köniz?

In December, the average day length in Köniz is 8h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Köniz?

On the first day of December in Köniz, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:51 CET.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Köniz?

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Köniz, Switzerland.

How long on average sun shines in December in Köniz?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Köniz?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Köniz?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Köniz, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average temperature in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average pressure in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1021mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average wind speed in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average humidity in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average rainfall in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average snowfall in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 80mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (104mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average UV index in December - Köniz, 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
Köniz, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Köniz, Switzerland

Average visibility in December - Köniz, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).

Köniz, Switzerland

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