Årdal Weather in December

December in Årdal sees daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that snow/rainfall is at its highest.

Rainfall in Årdal in December

As part of the rainy season, Årdal sees around 26 days of rain in December, with an average of 246 mm (9.7 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Årdal in December

Årdal in December gets highs of 4°C (39°F) during the day and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. Nights are well below freezing at -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Sunshine in Årdal in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 32 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

December in Årdal 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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Årdal Temperature in December

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Chance of Rain 85%  

Precipitation 246 mm (9.7 in)  

Rainy days 26 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 32 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Stavanger, Norway (32 KM, 20 Miles).

What to Wear in Årdal in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Årdal in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Årdal in December

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
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• September
• October
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• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Norway, check out our Årdal's climate page.

More climate data for Årdal

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity

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