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Västerlanda Weather in December

December in Västerlanda sees daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) at night. With around 78 mm (3.1 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Västerlanda in December

Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in). Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Västerlanda in December

December in Västerlanda sees highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) overnight. December is in the winter season. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. At -1°C (30°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Västerlanda in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 33 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Västerlanda in December

December sees wind speeds averaging 4 m/s (8 knots). You'll experience variable conditions with moderate winds that create small waves on water and keep branches moving. Conditions range from light winds to moderate breezes throughout the month.

Average water temperature in December

At 6°C (43°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Västerlanda. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Västerlanda Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C (43°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 33 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 14% *  
* Data from: Gothenburg, Sweden (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Sweden in December

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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 (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 Västerlanda in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Västerlanda in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 6°C (43°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Västerlanda in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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