Västernorrland weather in December
Planning a journey to Västernorrland this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Västernorrland in December?
Västernorrland is a region in Sweden. December in Västernorrland generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -0°C in Kramfors to 2°C in Härnösand. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Härnösand and -7°C in Kramfors. 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.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Sundsvall with an average of 56 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Örnsköldsvik with 68 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 34 hours of sunshine in Sundsvall. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For a closer look at December's conditions in Västernorrland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Västernorrland's yearly weather, check out our Västernorrland climate page.
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Average weather in Sundsvall
In December Sundsvall generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Härnösand
In December Härnösand generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Örnsköldsvik
In December Örnsköldsvik generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Docksta
In December Docksta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kramfors
In December Kramfors generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Västernorrland, in Sweden.
Is December the best time to visit Västernorrland?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sundsvall, December may not be the ideal time to visit Västernorrland.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Sundsvall. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.
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