Norway (Fjord Norway) · December
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)9 (48) | 5° (41°)0– (32–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)3– (37–)12 (54) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)10 (50) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)6 (43) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)5 (41) | 2° (36°)-3– (27–)7 (45) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)7 (45) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 7° (45°) | 6° (43°) | 6° (43°) | 7° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 11° (52°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 13° (55°) | 10° (50°) | 9° (48°) |
🌧Rain Days | 17d264mm (10.4") | 15d245mm (9.6") | 14d179mm (7.0") | 10d124mm (4.9") | 10d100mm (3.9") | 10d125mm (4.9") | 14d155mm (6.1") | 15d230mm (9.0") | 16d252mm (9.9") | 17d307mm (12.1") | 16d274mm (10.8") | 18d300mm (11.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is the coldest winter month in Norway (Fjord Norway) — with highs of only 6°C (43°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in May, June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drop to 2°C (36°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 10°C (50°F), the coldest nights around -5°C (23°F) — frost does occur. With 1 sunshine hour per day and 18 rain days (300 mm (11.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 9°C (48°F), the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential. On rainy days, plan indoor activities like museums and markets.
Dark, wet and surprisingly mild: in Bergen and along the fjords it rains on 14 to 18 days a month, and December barely sees an hour of sun. The lanes of Bryggen are empty, cafés and candlelight stand in for the view, and anyone who has come to hike is in the wrong place.
Packing list for Norway (Fjord Norway) in December
- Winter coat
- Thermal clothing and warm layers
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm, waterproof shoes
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Norway (Fjord Norway)?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Norway (Fjord Norway) (Score: 5/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Norway (Fjord Norway) in December?
- In December, Norway (Fjord Norway) sees daily highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights cool to 2°C (36°F), with a daily average of 4°C (39°F). Peaks reach around 10°C (50°F), the coldest nights around -5°C (23°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Norway (Fjord Norway) in December?
- In December, Norway (Fjord Norway) receives an average of 300 mm (11.8 in) of rain over 18 rain days. With frequent rain days, waterproof clothing is recommended.
- How many sunshine hours does Norway (Fjord Norway) get in December?
- Norway (Fjord Norway) averages 1 sunshine hour per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Norway (Fjord Norway) in December?
- Water temperature in Norway (Fjord Norway) in December averages 9°C (48°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.