Ranua weather in December (Lapland, Finland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Ranua this December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

December in Ranua generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching -4°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -11°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Ranua in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 4 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ranua. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ranua, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 4 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Rovaniemi, Finland (72 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Finland in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Ranua 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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