Zurich

Switzerland

❄️

6°C (43°F)

Feels like 3°C (37°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs

6°C

(43°F)

Nighttime Lows

0°C

(32°F)

Cold and snowy with a feels-like temperature of 3°C (37°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

Moderate (snow)

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

88% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

4-5 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

🌊 Ocean & Beaches

Water Temperature

4° C

( 39 °F)

(estimate)

Surf Conditions

Calm to moderate

No ocean beaches - city located on Lake Zurich with beautiful waterfront

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

Skiing
Museum visits
Food tours
Shopping
Cultural experiences

Attractions

Old Town
Lake Zurich
Swiss National Museum
Bahnhofstrasse
Uetliberg

💰 Cost of Living

$4,500

estimated per month

SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

Mbps

Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Cold and snowy

Humidity 88%

✅ December Summary

December in Zurich offers cold and snowy weather with temperatures ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 6°C (43°F). The humidity is around 88% and you can expect 4-5 hours daily. Popular activities include Skiing, Museum visits, Food tours and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $4,500 per month and internet speeds average 85 Mbps.