There are definitely more pleasant months to visit Alesund rather than December, with an average high temperature of +41°F, and only 2 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+41°F
Avg. max. temperature
+9°F
Min.
+59°F
Max.
200 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alesund has uncomfortable weather in December.
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Average temperature in Alesund in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alesund for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in December is +37°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +50°F during the day and a minimum of +23°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°F to +39°F.
Is Alesund warm or cold in December?
Alesund is typically chill in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +45°F to +41°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +39°F to +36°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Alesund, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Alesund in December
Water in Alesund in December is Cold. It varies from +43°F to +49°F, with an average of +46°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +41°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alesund are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +57°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +42°F.
Can you swim in Alesund in December?
We would not recommend swimming in Alesund in December, the water is very cold (+46°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Alesund in December
Alesund weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+45°F
+41°F
+41°F
Min. temperature
+19°F
+9°F
+10°F
Max. temperature
+64°F
+59°F
+57°F
Rainfall
197 mm
200 mm
186 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+50°F
+46°F
+44°F
Humidity
75%
76%
75%
Air pressure
1006 HPa
1004 HPa
1004 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
2
Cloudy days
6
6
6
Rainy days
18
15
14
Snowy days
3
7
9
December weather is still as bad as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +45°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +41°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 197 mm to 200 mm.Humidity rises from 75% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
January brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Alesund in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Alesund is gradually increasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Alesund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 42%, leading to total precipitation of around 140 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 41 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Alesund, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Alesund wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 77% chance of precipitation and 230 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 108 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during December in Alesund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in December is 16%, for a monthly total of around 35 mm.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last December in Alesund?
This is the weather in Alesund in December 2023:
1 December
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+34°F
2 December
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+34°F
3 December
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+33°F
4 December
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+34°F
5 December
☀️
+33°F
6 December
☀️
+34°F
7 December
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+37°F
8 December
☀️
+34°F
9 December
☀️
+37°F
10 December
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+39°F
11 December
☀️
+37°F
12 December
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+36°F
13 December
☁️
+37°F
14 December
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+40°F
15 December
🌧️
+46°F
16 December
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+50°F
17 December
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+47°F
18 December
🌧️
+47°F
19 December
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+42°F
20 December
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+38°F
21 December
🌨️
+37°F
22 December
☁️
+36°F
23 December
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+34°F
24 December
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+33°F
25 December
🌧️
+38°F
26 December
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+37°F
27 December
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+38°F
28 December
🌨️
+38°F
29 December
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+39°F
30 December
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+38°F
31 December
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+39°F
In December 2023 Alesund had 7 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +37°F, with an absolute maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Alesund climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Alesund in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+48°F) and the highest in 2014 (+53°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 1292 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 2856 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alesund in December:
Is December a good time to visit Alesund?
There is never a bad time to go to Alesund, but the weather isn’t the best in December, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Alesund and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Alesund in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Alesund in December?
Swimming in Alesund in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Alesund rainy in December?
Alesund is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Alesund in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Alesund in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alesund, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
