Normal weather for Sweden in December
It's cold in December in Sweden with an average temperature of 3°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 5°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 2°C.
In December, there is an average of 50 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 14 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Sweden in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
3°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
5°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
1°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
50 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
14 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
7 days | 1 day | |
The climate of Sweden is based on weather data from Stockholm. Other spots, like Småland, Malmö or Gothenburg, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sweden for a full picture of the climate.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Sweden with very cold temperatures, averaging around 4°C during the day and nights close to 0°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 4°C, with nights close to 0°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Sweden will be around 3°C, with nights close to -1°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Temperature records for Sweden in December
With 13°C, Sweden hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -11°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -21°C to a high of 11°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Sweden
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Sweden, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Sweden
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Sweden, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Sweden.
Daily Snowfall in December in Sweden
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Sweden, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Sweden
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Sweden, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Sweden Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Sweden, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Sweden Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Sweden, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Sweden per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Sweden, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for Sweden
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sweden. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Sweden
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The freezing wind made it even colder. The light was minimal and strained the eyes. Though beautiful, they are not ideal conditions for relaxation.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Sweden by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sweden. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
