If you are thinking of traveling to Stavanger in December, think and plan carefully. The average daytime high temperature is usually around +41°F, and there are only about 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.
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December is usually the wettest month of the year in Stavanger;
Average weather
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+41°F
Avg. max. temperature
+12°F
Min.
+54°F
Max.
175 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stavanger has uncomfortable weather in December.
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Average temperature in Stavanger in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stavanger for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +48°F during the day to a minimum of +18°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +39°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°F to +41°F.
Is Stavanger warm or cold in December?
Stavanger is typically chill in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +46°F to +41°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +41°F to +36°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Stavanger, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Stavanger in December
Water in Stavanger in December is Cold. It varies from +44°F to +50°F, with an average of +47°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 Stavanger are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +62°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +40°F.
Can you swim in Stavanger in December?
We would not recommend swimming in Stavanger in December, the water is very cold (+47°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 Stavanger in December
Stavanger weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+46°F
+41°F
+39°F
Min. temperature
+16°F
+12°F
-2°F
Max. temperature
+61°F
+54°F
+52°F
Rainfall
206 mm
175 mm
154 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+51°F
+47°F
+43°F
Humidity
80%
81%
81%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1007 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
3
2
3
Cloudy days
4
5
6
Rainy days
21
18
16
Snowy days
1
5
6
December weather is still as bad as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +46°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +41°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 206 mm to 175 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in November to 2 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Stavanger in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 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 Stavanger is gradually increasing during December, going from 1 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Stavanger based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 68% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 285 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 66 mm, which is considered heavy rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Stavanger wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 225 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 75 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during December in Stavanger based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in December, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 10 mm.
December is one of the snowiest months in Stavanger.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last December in Stavanger?
This is the weather in Stavanger in December 2023:
1 December
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+32°F
2 December
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+34°F
3 December
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+34°F
4 December
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+34°F
5 December
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+35°F
6 December
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+35°F
7 December
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+33°F
8 December
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+36°F
9 December
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+42°F
10 December
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+43°F
11 December
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+40°F
12 December
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+38°F
13 December
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+33°F
14 December
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+40°F
15 December
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+46°F
16 December
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+49°F
17 December
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+47°F
18 December
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+47°F
19 December
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+44°F
20 December
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+42°F
21 December
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+45°F
22 December
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+37°F
23 December
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+38°F
24 December
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+46°F
25 December
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+45°F
26 December
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+41°F
27 December
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+39°F
28 December
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+42°F
29 December
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+44°F
30 December
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+39°F
31 December
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+41°F
In December 2023 Stavanger had 11 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +39°F, with an absolute maximum of +48°F and a minimum of +32°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 23 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Stavanger climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Stavanger in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+47°F) and the highest in 2014 (+54°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 1101 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3278 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stavanger in December:
Is December a good time to visit Stavanger?
There is never a bad time to go to Stavanger, but the weather isn’t the best in December, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Stavanger and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Stavanger in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Stavanger in December?
Swimming in Stavanger in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Stavanger rainy in December?
Stavanger 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 Stavanger in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stavanger 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 Stavanger, 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.
