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Stavanger Weather in December
In Stavanger, December brings low daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to 2°C (36°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.
Rainfall in Stavanger in December
Stavanger is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 24 days and an average of 215 mm (8.5 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in Stavanger in December
December in Stavanger sees highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. December is in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Stavanger in December
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 32 hours of sunshine.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Stavanger.
Stavanger Temperature in December
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
80%
Precipitation
215 mm (8.5 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
82%
Sunshine
32 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Stavanger Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Stavanger typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 7°C (45°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Stavanger in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Stavanger spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Stavanger historical weather extremes in December
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Stavanger from 1976 through 2025.
- On December 19, 2015, temperatures climbed to 11°C (52°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
- Stavanger registered its coldest December night on December 12, 1981, with temperatures dropping to -16°C (3°F).
Best Places in Norway in December
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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).
What to Wear in Stavanger in December
Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
What To Do in Stavanger in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Stavanger 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Stavanger
7°C (45°F) Reine
6°C (43°F) Bergen5°C (41°F) Kristiansand6°C (43°F) Trondheim2°C (36°F) Oslo1°C (34°F) Tromsø
-1°C (30°F) Hemsedal-4°C (25°F) Bucket list
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