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Kandalaksha Weather in December

December in Kandalaksha brings very low temperatures, with highs of -3°C (27°F) and nights dropping to -9°C (16°F). Expect some snowfall, with around 55 mm (2.2 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Kandalaksha in December

Typically, you can expect about 20 days of snow this month, with 55 mm (2.2 in) on average. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Kandalaksha in December

Daytime temperatures in Kandalaksha reach -3°C (27°F) in December, dropping to -9°C (16°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With lows of -9°C (16°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July typically offers the best weather for Kandalaksha.

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Kandalaksha Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C (16°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  

Best Places in Russia in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Kandalaksha in December

It's wise to bundle up for freezing conditions in Kandalaksha in December. If you have a winter jacket with good insulation, waterproof winter boots, thermal layers, and warm accessories it's smart to pack them. Hand and foot warmers can be lifesavers, especially during the night. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.

What To Do in Kandalaksha in December

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

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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