Zurich vs Munich

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Munich edges ahead as the better destination in December. Munich offers 5 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Zurich sees 5 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Zurich is on the cooler side at 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Munich is cooler at 4°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Munich is the stronger choice in December.

Zurich reaches an average high of 5°C (41°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Munich averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Zurich receives approximately 92 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Munich sees 67 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Munich the drier option by 1 rain day and 25 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.