Uppsala county Weather in December

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

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Uppsala Östhammar Enköping Bålsta

Thinking about venturing to Uppsala county, 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 Uppsala county in December

Uppsala county, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Uppsala county 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 -3°C (27°F) in Uppsala. 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 Uppsala county, Sweden, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Karlholmsbruk with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Öregrund with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Uppsala receives around 34 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Uppsala county by month

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

January1°C (34°F) February2°C (36°F) March6°C (43°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) This monthJune20°C (68°F) July23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October11°C (52°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Uppsala county in December

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

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 Uppsala county

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

Temperature range in Uppsala county (December)

Precipitation variation in Uppsala county (December)

Uppsala

In December Uppsala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°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)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
34 hours
40 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Östhammar

In December Östhammar 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 snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Östhammar →

Enköping

In December Enköping generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°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)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
34 hours
40 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Bålsta

In December Bålsta generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°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)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
34 hours
40 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bålsta →

Öregrund

In December Öregrund 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 snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Uppsala county, 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 Uppsala county in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Uppsala 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Östhammar 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Enköping 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Bålsta 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Öregrund 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Älvkarleby 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Uppsala county weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uppsala county, Sweden in December?

December in Uppsala county, Sweden brings poor weather. In Uppsala, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in Uppsala county, Sweden in December?

Uppsala averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -3°C (27°F).

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

Not particularly. Uppsala averages just 48 mm (1.9 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Uppsala county, Sweden.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Uppsala county, Sweden?

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

On average, the best time to visit Uppsala county, Sweden is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Uppsala. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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