December weather forecast
Stavanger, Norway

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December brings the full might of winter to Stavanger with its icy conditions. This month epitomizes Norway's winter with short daylight hours and the arrival of snow after a long break. Sea temperatures reach an annual low, utterly hindering marine activities. In contrast, rainfall experiences a significant boost, further dampening the winter chill. Curiously, despite the onset of winter, relative humidity decreases slightly to 78% from 76% in November.

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of an icy 5.6°C (42.1°F), showing a slight difference from November's 7.9°C (46.2°F). The nights of December in Stavanger, Norway, cool down to an average low of 3.4°C (38.1°F), subtly lower than daytime highs.

Humidity

In Stavanger, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Stavanger. In Stavanger, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 115mm (4.53") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Stavanger, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.2°C (46.8°F).
Note: Taking a dip in 8.2°C (46.8°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 15:47. On the last day of December, in Stavanger, Norway, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:50 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stavanger, Norway. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Stavanger during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stavanger during December are 5.6°C (42.1°F) and 3.4°C (38.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Stavanger?

In Stavanger, Norway, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Stavanger?

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.

How much does it rain in Stavanger in December?

In December, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout December, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Stavanger?

In Stavanger, Norway, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Stavanger?

In December, the average sea temperature in Stavanger, Norway, is 8.2°C (46.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stavanger?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Stavanger?

In December, the average day length in Stavanger is 6h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Stavanger?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 15:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:50 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stavanger?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stavanger?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stavanger, Norway, is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stavanger?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stavanger, Norway.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stavanger?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average temperature in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average pressure in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average wind speed in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average humidity in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average rainfall in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 130mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (43mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average rainfall days in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average snowfall in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 29mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average snowfall days in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average sea temperature in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average sunshine days in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average UV index in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average cloud cover in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December
Stavanger, Norway

Average visibility in December - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).

Stavanger, Norway

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