Jönköping county Weather in December

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

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Jönköping Gränna Hestra Bottnaryd

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

What to Expect in Jönköping county in December

Jönköping county, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Jönköping county generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Jönköping. In many areas in Sweden, 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 explore the conditions in Jönköping county, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Mariannelund with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Gryteryd with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Jönköping receives around 29 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Jönköping county in December

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

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 Jönköping county

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

Temperature range in Jönköping county (December)

Precipitation variation in Jönköping county (December)

Jönköping

In December Jönköping generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
29 hours
32 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jönköping →

Gränna

In December Gränna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
29 hours
32 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gränna →

Hestra

In December Hestra generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
29 hours
32 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hestra →

Bottnaryd

In December Bottnaryd generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
29 hours
32 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bottnaryd →

Mullsjö

In December Mullsjö generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
29 hours
32 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mullsjö →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Jönköping county, 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 Jönköping county in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jönköping 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Gränna 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Hestra 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Bottnaryd 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Mullsjö 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Tranås 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 51 mm (2 in)

Jönköping county weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jönköping county, Sweden in December?

Jönköping county, Sweden typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Jönköping average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Jönköping county, Sweden in December?

In Jönköping, the average daytime high in December is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -2°C (28°F).

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

Not particularly. Jönköping averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Jönköping county, Sweden.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Jönköping county, Sweden?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Jönköping county, Sweden with often poor weather in Jönköping.

On average, the best time to visit Jönköping county, Sweden is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Jönköping. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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