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Zurich, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Zurich are June, July, August and September. In December, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
2°C
Rainfall
38 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Zurich is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 2°C with about 38mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Zurich in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Zurich metropolitan area
The European Metropolitan Region of Zurich (EMRZ), also Greater Zurich Area, the metropolitan area surrounding Zurich, is one of Europe’s economically strongest areas and Switzerla
ACentauri Solar Racing
aCentauri Solar Racing is a student-led team based in Zurich that designs and builds their own solar race cars to compete in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in Australia. It
History of Zurich
Zurich has been continuously inhabited since Roman times. The vicus of Turicum was established in AD 90, at the site of an existing Gaulish (Helvetic) settlement.
Eurovapor
Eurovapor is a European association of railway fans dedicated to the preservation of steam locomotives and historic railway vehicles, based in Switzerland.
Local food tour of Zurich
Taste the signature dishes of Zurich.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Zurich in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Zurich?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Zurich's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Zurich in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 2°C. Rainfall averages about 38mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Zurich in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Zurich in December?+

Popular things to do include Zurich metropolitan area, ACentauri Solar Racing, History of Zurich and Eurovapor. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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