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What country gets snow for Christmas?

Russia is the country most likely to have Christmas snow - with chances of snowfall being 65.8%. 40 countries have an above 10% chance whilst 67 countries have an above 0% chance.



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The city can sometimes experience extremes. Snowfall is an infrequent occurrence in winter, falling on an average of 16 days per year, though infrequently heavy. Thunderstorms are a similarly occurring feature, occurring on average up to 16 days per year.

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Fans of winter sports, take note: Estonia's capital Tallinn is the snowiest city in Europe with an average of 20.5 days of snow per month.

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Northern countries like Norway, Sweden, and Finland are influenced by the Arctic climate, which means long, cold winters with ample snowfall are the norm. The proximity to the Arctic Circle plays a significant role in the persistent snow conditions in these areas.

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Snow is common across all parts of Germany but is more frequent and abundant in the Central Uplands, the Alpine Foreland, and the German Alps. Regions like the North and Baltic Sea coast and the North German Plain see less snow and have warmer temperatures.

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Snow starts to fall in earnest in Switzerland in December, and with it are the tourists that flock to the mountain ski resorts. There are also charming markets held in various cities in the lead-up to Christmas. Whether you're interested in outdoor or city attractions, December's a great time to visit Switzerland.

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The festive season in Paris is very warm and romantic with colourful lights draped on buildings and a few light snow showers over the month. Paris weather in December is very cold and wet with a small chance of snow.

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