Sweden temperatures in December

December in Sweden has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Abisko with -5°C to low temperatures in Brantevik with 6°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Brantevik and -12°C in Abisko. December is a winter month.

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

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

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in December in Sweden?
  • Brantevik tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 3°C.

  • What is the coldest city in December in Sweden?
  • Our database indicates that in December, Abisko is the city with the coolest temperatures in Sweden. You can expect daytime highs of -5°C and nighttime lows close to -12°C.

  • How much sun does Sweden get in December?
  • Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 32 hours of sunlight in Stockholm. This subdued sunlight is perfect for those who prefer cooler, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in December?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 6°C in Malmö this month, so not the best month to swim.

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