Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in the world
The Swedish capital is special because of the mix of culture, nature and city. It's a city that should be on everyone's bucket list.
December in Härnösand sees daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) at night. With around 64 mm (2.5 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Härnösand. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Härnösand - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Härnösand typically drop from around 0°C (32°F) at the start of December to approximately -3°C (27°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -10°C (14°F) to -5°C (23°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Härnösand spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 27 years of weather observations in Härnösand between 1998 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Sweden in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Härnösand 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full Härnösand climate overview or explore weather in Sweden.
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in the world
The Swedish capital is special because of the mix of culture, nature and city. It's a city that should be on everyone's bucket list.
Nordic skating in Sweden
In between the snowy hills and dense pine forests you will find an innumerable amount of lakes in Sweden, large and small ones on which you can skate wonderfully.
Sleep among the trees in Sweden
If you are looking for a tranquil retreat in Swedish Lapland we recommend to stay at Granó Beckasin. It has a fantastic location on the Ume river where you will experience silence and tranquility.
See the northern lights
The northern lights, polar light or Aarora Borealis is a true spectacle of nature! Green, sometimes purple, red and yellow streaks of light colors the dark skies.