Alta weather in December (Finnmark, Norway)

How does the weather in Alta usually fare in December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Alta typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -4°C. But by evening, they drop to around -11°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Alta in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 22 days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Alta. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alta climate page with graphs.

 

Alta, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Where to go in Norway in December

Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Alta should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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