Leksand weather in December (Dalarna, Sweden)

Curious about the December weather in Leksand? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Leksand typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -5°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Leksand in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Leksand. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Leksand climate page with graphs.

 

Leksand, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 48 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Falun, Sweden (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in December

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

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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 Leksand in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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