Svalbard weather in December
Thinking about venturing to Svalbard this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Svalbard in December?
Svalbard is a region in Norway. December in Svalbard generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -8°C and nighttime temperatures around -14°C in Longyearbyen. In many regions in Norway, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
December is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 57 mm in Longyearbyen. Longyearbyen experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 0 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Svalbard in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Svalbard climate page.
Where to go in Svalbard in December
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Popular destinations in Svalbard
What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard?
Average weather in Longyearbyen
In December Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Svalbard?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Svalbard with often poor weather in Longyearbyen.
On average, the best time to visit Svalbard is in with generally poor weather in Longyearbyen.
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