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Sognefjord Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Sognefjord, Norway in December.

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Flåm Sogndal Balestrand Gudvangen

Thinking about venturing to the Sognefjord, Norway 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 the Sognefjord in December

The Sognefjord, Norway is a region in Norway. December in the Sognefjord generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) in Flåm. In numerous regions in Norway, 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.

For a closer look at conditions across the Sognefjord, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Aurland with an average of 159 mm (6.3 in) to heavy snowfall in Balestrand with 255 mm (10 in).

Explore the Sognefjord by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Sognefjord — and find the best time to visit. (based on Flåm)

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March1°C (34°F) April4°C (39°F) May9°C (48°F) This monthJune14°C (57°F) July17°C (63°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October5°C (41°F) November1°C (34°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Sognefjord in December

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

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 the Sognefjord

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

Temperature range in the Sognefjord (December)

Precipitation variation in the Sognefjord (December)

Flåm

In December Flåm 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 »
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)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Flåm →

Sogndal

In December Sogndal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sogndal →

Balestrand

In December Balestrand generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
216 mm (8.5 in)
255 mm (10 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Balestrand →

Gudvangen

In December Gudvangen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
25 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gudvangen →

Aurland

In December Aurland 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 »
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
136 mm (5.4 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aurland →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flåm -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Sogndal -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Balestrand -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 255 mm (10 in)
Gudvangen -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Aurland -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Kaupanger -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)

The Sognefjord weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Sognefjord, Norway in December?

In December, the Sognefjord, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Flåm sees daytime temperatures near -2°C (28°F), with nights cooling to roughly -8°C (18°F).

What is the average temperature in the Sognefjord, Norway in December?

Flåm averages a daytime maximum of -2°C (28°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -8°C (18°F).

Does the Sognefjord, Norway get a lot of snow in December?

Rainfall in the Sognefjord, Norway peaks during December. Flåm averages roughly 172 mm (6.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Sognefjord, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Flåm, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Sognefjord, Norway.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide unpleasant weather in Flåm.

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