Uppsala weather in December (Uppsala county, Sweden)

Is Uppsala a good destination in December, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Uppsala tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is part of winter. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 3°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Uppsala in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 16 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 34 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Uppsala, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 48 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 34 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Mälaren, Sweden (46 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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