December weather forecast
Norway

December is the heart of winter in Norway, characterized by cold temperatures, minimal daylight hours, and abundant snowfall. In southern regions such as Oslo, temperatures typically range from -4°C (24.8°F) to 1°C (33.8°F). Precipitation averages around 50mm (1.97"), predominantly falling as snow, covering the city in a white blanket.

In Bergen, located on the west coast, temperatures are generally between 1°C (33.8°F) and 5°C (41°F), moderated by the influence of the Gulf Stream. The city experiences substantial precipitation, averaging 240mm (9.45"), with the form varying between rain and snow.

Inland areas, such as Ski, endure colder temperatures, often between -5°C (23°F) to 0°C (32°F). Snowfall is frequent, providing ideal conditions for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.

In the northernmost regions, including Tromsø and Karpbukt, the Polar Night is in full effect, meaning the sun doesn't rise above the horizon for a whole month. The temperature during this period ranges from a chilly -8°C (17.6°F) to -2°C (28.4°F). Snowfall is prevalent, painting a captivating snowy landscape under the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights.

Compared to November, December sees even colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours across Norway. With the transition into January, the deep winter conditions persist, with continued cold temperatures, limited daylight, particularly in the north, and frequent snowfall, providing a picturesque winter wonderland.

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• Oslo - December »
  With an average of 1.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Oslo, Norway. On the first day of December in Oslo sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 15:20.
• Bergen - December »
  In Bergen in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 109mm (4.29") of snow. The month with the shortest days in Bergen is December, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.
• Stavanger - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Stavanger is December, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation. In Stavanger during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of snow.
• Trondheim - December »
  In Trondheim in December, during 24 rainfall days, 123mm (4.84") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The month with the shortest days in Trondheim is December, with an average of 4h and 42min of daylight.
• Drammen - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Drammen with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight. In Drammen in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.
• Fredrikstad - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Fredrikstad are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. December has the shortest days of the year in Fredrikstad with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.
• Skien - December »
  In Skien, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 192mm (7.56") of snow. In Skien, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 192mm (7.56") of snow is typically accumulated.
• Kristiansand - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Kristiansand is December, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight. In Kristiansand, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 150mm (5.91") of snow.
• Alesund - December »
  As the final month of the year, December typifies the harsh but beautiful winter season in Alesund. On the first day of December in Alesund sunrise is at 09:34 and sunset at 15:14.
• Tønsberg - December »
  In Tønsberg during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow. In Tønsberg during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.
• Moss - December »
  In Moss in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moss, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.