December weather forecast
Hamar, Norway

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Weather in December

December in Hamar brings with it freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. With an average snowfall of 45mm (1.77"), December becomes the month with the second-highest snowfall in the year. Reduced daylight hours of around 5.8 hours with only 2.7 hours of sunshine add to the wintery feel. The chilly temperatures, coupled with the festive Christmas atmosphere, make the city all the more enchanting. The arrival of December marks the peak winter season in Hamar, offering plenty of winter activities such as skiing and ice-skating.

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from an icy 0.3°C (32.5°F) in November to a subzero cold -3.9°C (25°F). A modest dip in temperatures to an average of -7.9°C (17.8°F) is observed throughout Hamar's December nights.

Humidity

In Hamar, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Hamar, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hamar, Norway, there are 103.1 rainfall days, and 163mm (6.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hamar, Norway, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 245mm (9.65") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hamar, sunrise is at 08:58 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:12 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hamar.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hamar in December?

The high-temperature in Hamar during December is -3.9°C (25°F) and the low-temperature is -7.9°C (17.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Hamar?

In Hamar, Norway, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How much does it rain in Hamar in December?

In Hamar, Norway, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hamar?

In Hamar, Norway, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 45mm (1.77") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamar?

The month with the shortest days in Hamar, Norway, is December, with an average of 5h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hamar have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hamar is 5h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamar?

On the first day of December in Hamar, sunrise is at 08:58 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:12 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hamar?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hamar have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hamar?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hamar?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hamar, Norway

Average temperature in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Hamar, Norway

Average pressure in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Hamar, Norway

Average wind speed in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Hamar, Norway

Average humidity in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamar, Norway

Average rainfall in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (20mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Hamar, Norway

Average rainfall days in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamar, Norway

Average snowfall in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 45mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (52mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Hamar, Norway

Average snowfall days in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hamar, Norway

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hamar, Norway

Average sunshine days in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamar, Norway

Average UV index in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hamar, Norway

Average cloud cover in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in December
Hamar, Norway

Average visibility in December - Hamar, Norway
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The month with the highest visibility is June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

Hamar, Norway

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