Vastmanland Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Vastmanland, 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 Vastmanland in December

Vastmanland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Vastmanland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during 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 Västerås. In many areas in Sweden, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Vastmanland, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Harkie with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Skinnskatteberg with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Västerås receives roughly 34 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Vastmanland by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Vastmanland in December

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

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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 Vastmanland

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

Temperature range in Vastmanland (December)

Precipitation variation in Vastmanland (December)

Västerås

In December Västerås 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
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
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Arboga

In December Arboga 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
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 snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Köping

In December Köping 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
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
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Sala

In December Sala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
34 hours
40 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Kvicksund

In December Kvicksund 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
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
54 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Västerås 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Arboga 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Köping 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Sala 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Kvicksund 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Fagersta 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Vastmanland weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vastmanland, Sweden in December?

In December, Vastmanland, Sweden generally has poor weather conditions. Västerås sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -3°C (27°F).

What is the average temperature in Vastmanland, Sweden in December?

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

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

Not particularly. Västerås averages just 51 mm (2 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Vastmanland, Sweden.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Vastmanland, Sweden?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Västerås. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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