Orust Weather in December

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

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Svanesund Henån Mollösund Hälleviksstrand

Planning a journey to Orust, Sweden 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 Orust in December

Orust, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Orust generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in Svanesund. 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 Orust, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Henån with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Mollösund with 100 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Svanesund receives around 33 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 Orust in December

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

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 Orust

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

Temperature range in Orust (December)

Precipitation variation in Orust (December)

Svanesund

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Svanesund →

Henån

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Henån →

Mollösund

In December Mollösund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mollösund →

Hälleviksstrand

In December Hälleviksstrand generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hälleviksstrand →

Ellös

In December Ellös generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ellös →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Svanesund 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Henån 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Mollösund 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Hälleviksstrand 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Ellös 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Nösund 6°C (43°F) 2°C (36°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Orust weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Orust, Sweden brings poor weather. In Svanesund, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near 0°C (32°F).

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

In Svanesund, the average daytime high in December is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

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

December is on the drier side in Orust, Sweden. Svanesund averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Orust, Sweden?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Orust, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Svanesund.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Svanesund. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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