Ranua weather in December (Lapland, Finland)

Curious about the December weather in Ranua? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Ranua generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -11°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Ranua in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of snow.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 4 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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).

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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 Ranua in December?

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 in December.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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