Salla weather in December (Lapland, Finland)

What can you expect from the weather in Salla during December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Salla generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around -5°C, while nights can cool down to about -12°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Salla in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of snow.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Salla. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Salla climate page with graphs.

 

Salla, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 47 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  

Where to go in Finland in December

Find out more about the weather in Finland in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Salla in December?

Visitors traveling to Salla should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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