Rättvik weather in December (Dalarna, Sweden)

How is December weather typically in Rättvik? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of December in Rättvik typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 0°C, cooling off to about -6°C at night. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Rättvik in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 48 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

 

Rättvik, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 51 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Falun, Sweden (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in December

Find out more about the weather in Sweden 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?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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