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December in Danmarkshavn brings very low temperatures, with daytime highs of -17°C (1°F) and nights around -23°C (-9°F). Expect around 39 mm (1.5 in) of snowfall during the month.
December in Danmarkshavn can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Danmarkshavn typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around -17°C (1°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -26°C (-15°F) to -22°C (-8°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Danmarkshavn spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 24 years of weather observations in Danmarkshavn between 2001 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Greenland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Greenland in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Danmarkshavn in December. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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