Troms Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Troms in December

Troms, Norway is a region in Norway. December in Troms generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Lyngseidet at -4°C (25°F) to cold in Bø Andøya at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Bø Andøya and -10°C (14°F) in Lyngseidet. 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 Troms, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Lyngseidet with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to high snowfall in Mefjordvær with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Tromsø receives roughly 0 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Troms by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Troms in December

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

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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 Troms

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

Temperature range in Troms (December)

Precipitation variation in Troms (December)

Tromsø

In December Tromsø generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
6 hours
0 hours
3 hours
Monthly snowfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Tennevoll

In December Tennevoll generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Evenskjer

In December Evenskjer generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°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
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Bø Andøya

In December Bø Andøya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Mefjordvær

In December Mefjordvær generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
6 hours
0 hours
3 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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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 Troms in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tromsø -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Tennevoll -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Evenskjer 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Bø Andøya 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Mefjordvær 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Lyngseidet -4°C (25°F) -10°C (14°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Troms weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Troms, Norway typically experiences less favorable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Tromsø average around -1°C (30°F), and temperatures drop to about -8°C (18°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Tromsø peak at roughly -1°C (30°F) in December, dropping to about -8°C (18°F) overnight.

Does Troms, Norway get a lot of snow in December?

Tromsø typically receives notable snowfall in December, about 115 mm (4.5 in) on average across Troms, Norway.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Troms, Norway?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Troms, Norway with often less favorable weather in Tromsø.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly mixed weather in Tromsø.

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