Nord-Trøndelag Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nord-Trøndelag, Norway in December.

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Snåsa Grong Falstad Namsos

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

What to Expect in Nord-Trøndelag in December

Nord-Trøndelag, Norway is a region in Norway. December in Nord-Trøndelag generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Snåsa at 1°C (34°F) and cold in Namsos at 3°C (37°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -4°C (25°F) in Namsos and -6°C (21°F) in Snåsa. 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.

For specific regional insights in Nord-Trøndelag, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Steinkjer with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to high snow/rainfall in Grong with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Explore Nord-Trøndelag by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nord-Trøndelag - and find the best time to visit. (based on Snåsa)

January0°C (32°F) February-1°C (30°F) March3°C (37°F) April7°C (45°F) May12°C (54°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September14°C (57°F) October7°C (45°F) November3°C (37°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nord-Trøndelag in December

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

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 Nord-Trøndelag

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

Temperature range in Nord-Trøndelag (December)

Precipitation variation in Nord-Trøndelag (December)

Snåsa

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Snåsa →

Grong

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
25 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Grong →

Falstad

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
19 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Falstad →

Namsos

In December Namsos generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Namsos →

Steinkjer

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
19 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Steinkjer →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Nord-Trøndelag, 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 Nord-Trøndelag in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Snåsa 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Grong 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Falstad 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Namsos 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Steinkjer 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Stjoerdal 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)

Nord-Trøndelag weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nord-Trøndelag, Norway in December?

Expect less favorable weather across Nord-Trøndelag, Norway in December. The popular destination of Snåsa averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Nord-Trøndelag, Norway in December?

In Snåsa, the average daytime high in December is 1°C (34°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -6°C (21°F).

Does Nord-Trøndelag, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Nord-Trøndelag, Norway sees substantial snow/rainfall in December. Snåsa typically averages about 133 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nord-Trøndelag, Norway?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Nord-Trøndelag, Norway with often less favorable weather in Snåsa.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly good weather in Snåsa. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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