Västra Götaland Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Västra Götaland, 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 Västra Götaland in December

Västra Götaland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. December in Västra Götaland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Ulricehamn to 6°C (43°F) in Kyrkesund. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Kyrkesund and -3°C (27°F) in Ulricehamn. In many regions in Sweden, 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.

To explore the conditions in Västra Götaland, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Moholm with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Kyrkesund with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Gothenburg gets roughly 33 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Västra Götaland by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Västra Götaland in December

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

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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 Västra Götaland

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

Temperature range in Västra Götaland (December)

Precipitation variation in Västra Götaland (December)

Gothenburg

In December Gothenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lysekil

In December Lysekil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Ljungskile

In December Ljungskile 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 less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Fjällbacka

In December Fjällbacka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Sundsandvik

In December Sundsandvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
33 hours
42 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gothenburg 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Lysekil 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Ljungskile 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Fjällbacka 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Sundsandvik 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Kungshamn 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Västra Götaland weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västra Götaland, Sweden in December?

In December, Västra Götaland, Sweden generally has less favorable weather conditions. Gothenburg sees daytime temperatures near 5°C (41°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Västra Götaland, Sweden in December?

In Gothenburg, the average daytime high in December is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

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

Not particularly. Gothenburg averages just 80 mm (3.1 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Västra Götaland, Sweden.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Västra Götaland, Sweden?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Gothenburg, December may not be the ideal time to visit Västra Götaland, Sweden.

On average, the best time to visit Västra Götaland, Sweden is in July with generally excellent weather in Gothenburg. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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