Monthly climate guide
Lauterbrunnen weather in December
Expect freezing weather in Lauterbrunnen in December: afternoons reach about -2°C (29°F), while nights drop to around -9°C (16°F). Around 97 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Seasonally, December counts as early winter in Lauterbrunnen.
- Pack for frost — nights average -9°C in December.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Lauterbrunnen than December.
Avg high
-2°C
29°F
Avg low
-9°C
16°F
Rainfall
97 mm
wet
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Lauterbrunnen weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C / 26°F | -11°C / 12°F | 88 mm | 88% | 77% |
| February | -3°C / 27°F | -11°C / 11°F | 70 mm | 87% | 73% |
| March | 0°C / 33°F | -7°C / 19°F | 81 mm | 87% | 66% |
| April | 5°C / 42°F | -2°C / 28°F | 107 mm | 83% | 67% |
| May | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 34°F | 153 mm | 81% | 71% |
| June | 15°C / 58°F | 6°C / 43°F | 159 mm | 79% | 66% |
| July | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 46°F | 145 mm | 77% | 58% |
| August | 17°C / 62°F | 8°C / 46°F | 156 mm | 78% | 56% |
| September | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 40°F | 105 mm | 81% | 58% |
| October | 8°C / 47°F | 0°C / 33°F | 125 mm | 84% | 66% |
| November | 2°C / 36°F | -4°C / 24°F | 114 mm | 87% | 73% |
| December | -2°C / 29°F | -9°C / 16°F | 97 mm | 84% | 74% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Lauterbrunnen?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Lauterbrunnen →Other Switzerland cities in December
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Lauterbrunnen in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Lauterbrunnen?
December is cool in Lauterbrunnen, with highs around -2°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Lauterbrunnen in December?
Average highs are about -2°C (29°F) and average lows about -9°C (16°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lauterbrunnen in December?
Lauterbrunnen typically gets around 97 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lauterbrunnen (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.