Hornindal weather in December (Sogn og Fjordane, Norway)

Is December a good time to explore Hornindal weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Hornindal typically brings very low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -4°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Hornindal in December falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 214 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. This month experiences about 27 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 10 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Hornindal. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, 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 Hornindal climate page with graphs.

 

Hornindal, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 90%  

Precipitation 214 mm  

Rainy days 27 days  

Sunshine 10 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Geiranger, Norway (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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