Hedmark Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hedmark, Norway in December.

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Trysil Elga Hamar Trøan

Are you planning a trip a to Hedmark, Norway in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Hedmark in December

Hedmark, Norway is a region in Norway. December in Hedmark generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -4°C (25°F) in Trøan to 0°C (32°F) in Skasenden. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -7°C (19°F) in Skasenden and -12°C (10°F) in Trøan. In many areas in Norway, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hedmark, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Tynset with an average of 41 mm (1.6 in) to moderate snowfall in Vestby with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Explore Hedmark by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hedmark — and find the best time to visit. (based on Trysil)

January-3°C (27°F) February-2°C (28°F) March2°C (36°F) April7°C (45°F) May13°C (55°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August18°C (64°F) September13°C (55°F) October7°C (45°F) November1°C (34°F) December-2°C (28°F)
Best Time to Visit Hedmark →

Best Places to Visit in Hedmark in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hedmark.

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 Hedmark

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Hedmark, Norway?

Temperature range in Hedmark (December)

Precipitation variation in Hedmark (December)

Trysil

In December Trysil generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trysil →

Elga

In December Elga generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Elga →

Hamar

In December Hamar generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
44 hours
18 hours
27 hours
Monthly snowfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hamar →

Trøan

In December Trøan generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trøan →

Ljørdal

In December Ljørdal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
77 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ljørdal →

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

In our records: Norway December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Norway 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 Norway was -37°C (-35°F) in Røros on December 20, 1981.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Trysil -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Elga -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Hamar -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Trøan -4°C (25°F) -12°C (10°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Ljørdal -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Vestby -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Hedmark weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hedmark, Norway in December?

Expect poor weather across Hedmark, Norway in December. The popular destination of Trysil averages -2°C (28°F) by day and -9°C (16°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Hedmark, Norway in December?

Average temperatures in Hedmark, Norway during December range from a nighttime low near -9°C (16°F) to a daytime high around -2°C (28°F) in Trysil.

Does Hedmark, Norway get a lot of snow in December?

December is on the drier side in Hedmark, Norway. Trysil averages only about 69 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Hedmark, Norway?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Hedmark, Norway with often poor weather in Trysil.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly pleasant weather in Trysil. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Hedmark.

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