Arkhangelsk weather in December (Arkhangelsk Region, Russia)

How is December weather typically in Arkhangelsk? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Arkhangelsk includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. During the day, temperatures can climb to about -4°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -10°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Arkhangelsk in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Typically around 24 days days of snowfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 7 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Arkhangelsk. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Arkhangelsk, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 80%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 87%  

Sunshine 7 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in December

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

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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 Arkhangelsk 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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