Temperature in Norway in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Norway this December.

Norway, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from -8°C (18°F) in Longyearbyen to 8°C (46°F) in Utsira. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Utsira and -14°C (7°F) in Longyearbyen. The month of December is in the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Norway in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of Norway on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Norway temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Norway in December?

Average daytime highs in Norway during December reach about 1°C (34°F) in Oslo.

How cold does it get at night in Norway in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Oslo typically drop to around -5°C (23°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Norway?

Based on our systematic data collection, Utsira has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 8°C (46°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 5°C (41°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Norway?

The coldest city in December in Norway is Longyearbyen when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around -8°C (18°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -14°C (7°F).

How much sun does Norway get in December?

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 39 hours of sunshine in Oslo. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 7°C (45°F) in Bergen this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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