Sotkamo weather in December (Eastern Finland, Finland)

Thinking of visiting Sotkamo in December? Check the weather first! Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of December in Sotkamo typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Winter occurs in December. Expect temperatures to climb to -3°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -9°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Sotkamo in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 23 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 5 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sotkamo. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sotkamo, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 5 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 5% *  

* Data from: Kajaani, Finland (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Finland in December

Find out more about the weather in Finland and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Sotkamo 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.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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