Årdal weather in December (Norway)

Curious about the December weather in Årdal? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Årdal typically experiences low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 4°C. But by evening, they drop to around -1°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Årdal in December falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 247 mm for the month. It records the year's peak snow/rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 26 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 32 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Årdal. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Årdal, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 85%  

Precipitation 247 mm  

Rainy days 26 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 32 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Stavanger, Norway (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in December

Find out more about the weather in Norway in December and which places have the best weather 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 Årdal in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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