Gavleborg Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gavleborg, Sweden in December.

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Gävle Bollnäs Hudiksvall Järvsö

Thinking about venturing to Gavleborg, Sweden this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Gavleborg in December

Gavleborg, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Gavleborg generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Järvsö at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Älvkarleby at 3°C (37°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Älvkarleby and -7°C (19°F) in Järvsö. In numerous regions in Sweden, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For specific regional insights in Gavleborg, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Gävle with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Jättendal with 59 mm (2.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Gavleborg in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Gavleborg

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Gavleborg, Sweden?

Temperature range in Gavleborg (December)

Precipitation variation in Gavleborg (December)

Gävle

In December Gävle generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gävle →

Bollnäs

In December Bollnäs generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bollnäs →

Hudiksvall

In December Hudiksvall generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
34 hours
44 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hudiksvall →

Järvsö

In December Järvsö generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snowfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Järvsö →

Vallsta

In December Vallsta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vallsta →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gavleborg, in Sweden.

In our records: Sweden December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Sweden in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Sweden was -35°C (-31°F) in Porjus on December 20, 1986.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gavleborg in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gävle 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Bollnäs 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Hudiksvall 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Järvsö 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Vallsta 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Älvkarleby 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Gavleborg weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gavleborg, Sweden in December?

December in Gavleborg, Sweden brings poor weather. In Gävle, daytime temperatures are typically around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows hover near -4°C (25°F).

What is the average temperature in Gavleborg, Sweden in December?

Average temperatures in Gavleborg, Sweden during December range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 2°C (36°F) in Gävle.

Does Gavleborg, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gavleborg, Sweden during December, with Gävle averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Gavleborg, Sweden?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Gävle, December may not be the ideal time to visit Gavleborg, Sweden.

On average, the best time to visit Gavleborg, Sweden is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Gävle. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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