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Lillehammer weather in December (Oppland, Norway)

What weather conditions can you expect in Lillehammer this December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Lillehammer typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -10°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Lillehammer in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with snow during this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 18 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lillehammer. July generally stands out with 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 Lillehammer climate page with graphs.

 

Lillehammer, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 18 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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?

Visitors traveling to Lillehammer should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

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

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