Switzerland Interlaken Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Interlaken is high
Interlaken Weather in December — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 4° / -2°
- Rainfall
- 75mm · 10 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Interlaken in December averages a high of 4°C and low of -2°C with 75mm of rain over about 10 days. Cold winter. Heavy coat + thermal + waterproof boots.
December is high for Interlaken.
Ski season opens mid-December. Christmas + NYE atmosphere magical. Hotels triple. Pre-book 6+ months ahead.
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Interlaken December Weather Stats
Avg High
4°C
Avg Low
-2°C
Rainy Days
10
75mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
5°C
no swimming
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
2°C
Nighttime
-5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ski season opens
- Christmas + NYE magical
- Snow-covered Alps photogenic
Cons
- Hotels triple Christmas/NYE
- Daylight 9h
- Cold valley + colder mountains
December Events & Festivals
- Ski season opens mid-December
- Christmas + NYE peak
Interlaken in December — Full Picture
Ski season opens mid-December. Christmas + NYE atmosphere magical. Hotels triple. Pre-book 6+ months ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold winter. Heavy coat + thermal + waterproof boots.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
14°C
4.3°C
12.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23.7°C
12°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13.7°C
5°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current4°C
-2.3°C
9.7/mo
Interlaken Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3° | -3° | 10d·75mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak | |
| 5° | -2° | 9d·65mm | 4h | 78% | 2 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 1° | 11d·80mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 4° | 13d·100mm | 6h | 73% | 5 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 18° | 8° | 14d·130mm | 7h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| June (Best) | 22° | 11° | 14d·140mm | 7h | 72% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 25° | 13° | 12d·130mm | 8h | 72% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 24° | 12° | 13d·130mm | 7h | 75% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 20° | 10° | 11d·100mm | 6h | 78% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 14° | 5° | 10d·85mm | 5h | 80% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 0° | 12d·100mm | 3h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -2° | 10d·75mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Interlaken December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Interlaken?
Interlaken in December is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Interlaken in December?
Interlaken December averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C.
Does it rain much in Interlaken in December?
Interlaken December averages 75mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Interlaken in December?
Cold winter. Heavy coat + thermal + waterproof boots.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Interlaken in December?
Interlaken December sunrise is 08:00 and sunset is 16:45, with 8h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Interlaken in December?
Interlaken December air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Interlaken in December?
In December, Interlaken is great for Skiing all resorts, Jungfraujoch, Christmas + NYE fireworks Höhematte.
Is December peak season in Interlaken?
Interlaken December crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.