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Møre og Romsdal Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Møre og Romsdal, Norway in December.

Planning a journey to Møre og Romsdal, Norway this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Møre og Romsdal in December

Møre og Romsdal, Norway is a region in Norway. December in Møre og Romsdal generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Geiranger at -2°C (28°F) to cold in Runde at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Runde and -8°C (18°F) in Geiranger. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Møre og Romsdal, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Sunndalsøra with an average of 143 mm (5.6 in) to heavy snowfall in Selje with 265 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Geiranger experiences about 10 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Møre og Romsdal by month

Best Places to Visit in Møre og Romsdal in December

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

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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 Møre og Romsdal

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

Temperature range in Møre og Romsdal (December)

Precipitation variation in Møre og Romsdal (December)

Geiranger

In December Geiranger generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
25 hours
10 hours
20 hours
Monthly snowfall
152 mm (6 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Ålesund

In December Ålesund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
30 hours
10 hours
20 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
28 days
25 days
Weather conditions

Skipnes

In December Skipnes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
27 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Sunndalsøra

In December Sunndalsøra generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snowfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Stangvik

In December Stangvik generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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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 Møre og Romsdal in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geiranger -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Ålesund 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Skipnes 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Sunndalsøra -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Stangvik 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Aure 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 203 mm (8 in)

Møre og Romsdal weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Møre og Romsdal, Norway in December?

December in Møre og Romsdal, Norway brings poor weather. In Geiranger, daytime temperatures are typically around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime lows hover near -8°C (18°F).

What is the average temperature in Møre og Romsdal, Norway in December?

Average temperatures in Møre og Romsdal, Norway during December range from a nighttime low near -8°C (18°F) to a daytime high around -2°C (28°F) in Geiranger.

Does Møre og Romsdal, Norway get a lot of snow in December?

Rainfall in Møre og Romsdal, Norway peaks during December. Geiranger averages roughly 181 mm (7.1 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Møre og Romsdal, Norway?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Møre og Romsdal, Norway due to the typically poor weather in Geiranger.

On average, the best time to visit Møre og Romsdal, Norway is in July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Geiranger.

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