Zurich Weather in December
Switzerland · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
December in Zurich is cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (31°F). Expect roughly 83mm of precipitation spread over about 12 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
4°C
39°F
Avg low
0°C
31°F
Rainfall
83mm
moderate
Rainy days
12
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 47 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Zurich in December?
- December in Zurich is cold, with average daytime highs around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows near 0°C (31°F). Expect roughly 83mm of precipitation spread over about 12 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Zurich in December?
- Zurich sees around 83mm of precipitation in December on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Zurich?
- December is a workable month to visit Zurich, but expect some weather trade-offs.