Östergötland Weather in December

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

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Norrköping Linköping Motala Torpa

Thinking about venturing to Östergötland, Sweden this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Östergötland in December

Östergötland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Östergötland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Norrköping. In numerous regions in Sweden, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Brokind with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Ödeshög with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Norrköping receives roughly 28 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Östergötland in December

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

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 Östergötland

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

Temperature range in Östergötland (December)

Precipitation variation in Östergötland (December)

Norrköping

In December Norrköping 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
41 hours
28 hours
31 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Norrköping →

Linköping

In December Linköping 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
41 hours
28 hours
31 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Linköping →

Motala

In December Motala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
41 hours
28 hours
31 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Motala →

Torpa

In December Torpa 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
41 hours
28 hours
31 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Torpa →

Vadstena

In December Vadstena 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
41 hours
28 hours
31 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vadstena →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Norrköping 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Linköping 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Motala 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Torpa 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Vadstena 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sankt Anna 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Östergötland weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Östergötland, Sweden brings poor weather. In Norrköping, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

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

Average temperatures in Östergötland, Sweden during December range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Norrköping.

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

Not particularly. Norrköping averages just 51 mm (2 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Östergötland, Sweden.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Östergötland, Sweden?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Norrköping, December may not be the ideal time to visit Östergötland, Sweden.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Norrköping. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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