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Narvik in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Narvik in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Narvik, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Narvik in December 2024

OK Weather
Chill
🌨️
Snowy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Narvik in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +32°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 17 snowy days in the month and around 83 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+32°F
Avg. max. temperature
-22°F
Min.
+52°F
Max.
83 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Narvik in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Narvik for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +41°F during the day to a minimum of +5°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +28°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 45% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°F to +14°F.

Is Narvik warm or cold in December?

Narvik is typically chill in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +36°F to +32°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +27°F to +21°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

December is one of the coolest months in Narvik, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Narvik in December

Water in Narvik in December is Cold. It varies from +38°F to +48°F, with an average of +43°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +32°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +54°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +39°F.

Can you swim in Narvik in December?

We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in December, the water is very cold (+43°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
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 Narvik in December

Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+36°F+32°F+28°F
Min. temperature
-11°F-22°F-20°F
Max. temperature
+59°F+52°F+50°F
Rainfall
82 mm83 mm75 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+45°F+43°F+40°F
Humidity
80%79%78%
Air pressure
1005 HPa1002 HPa1003 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
9910
Rainy days
733
Snowy days
121717

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +36°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +32°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 82 mm to 83 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 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 ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Narvik in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during December, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 26 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain. Narvik is amazing in December with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during December in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of snow on an average day in December, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 38 mm.

Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last December in Narvik?

This is the weather in Narvik in December 2023:
1 December
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+31°F
2 December
☁️
+27°F
3 December
☀️
+20°F
4 December
🌨️
+29°F
5 December
☁️
+28°F
6 December
☁️
+24°F
7 December
☁️
+26°F
8 December
☁️
+27°F
9 December
☀️
+28°F
10 December
☁️
+26°F
11 December
☁️
+25°F
12 December
☀️
+18°F
13 December
☀️
+21°F
14 December
☀️
+22°F
15 December
☁️
+32°F
16 December
🌧️
+40°F
17 December
🌧️
+41°F
18 December
🌨️
+40°F
19 December
🌨️
+37°F
20 December
☁️
+33°F
21 December
☁️
+30°F
22 December
☁️
+27°F
23 December
☁️
+17°F
24 December
☁️
+29°F
25 December
☁️
+28°F
26 December
☁️
+27°F
27 December
☁️
+36°F
28 December
☁️
+36°F
29 December
☁️
+24°F
30 December
☀️
+20°F
31 December
☀️
+13°F
In December 2023 Narvik had 7 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°F, with an absolute maximum of +41°F and a minimum of +14°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Narvik climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Narvik in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+42°F) and the highest in 1990 (+47°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in December:

Is December a good time to visit Narvik?

It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Narvik in December?

Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Narvik in December?

Swimming in Narvik in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Narvik rainy in December?

Narvik 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 Narvik in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Narvik in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Narvik

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Narvik, 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.