Verdict: Tough month
Zermatt Weather in December
December is deep-winter territory in Zermatt — daily highs around 1°C (34°F) and lows near -6°C (21°F). Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Zermatt outside December.
Average high
1°C / 34°F
Average low
-6°C / 21°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
108 mm
What to pack for Zermatt in December
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Zermatt: Jul (18°C / 64°F) · Coolest: Jan (0°C / 32°F) · Wettest: Dec (~14 rain days)
0°
-6°
Jan
3°
-4°
Feb
2°
-5°
Mar
5°
-2°
Apr
9°
3°
May
15°
7°
Jun
18°
9°
Jul
18°
8°
Aug
14°
5°
Sep
10°
2°
Oct
4°
-3°
Nov
1°
-6°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)