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Andenes in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Andenes in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Andenes, Norway.

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Andenes in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Andenes in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min 2°C Max 3°C 125 mm 8 day(s) 75% 60% 9°C 0.0 h/day 18.7 cm
Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds
Hourly weather

Average weather in Andenes in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Andenes in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Andenes in December

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Andenes in December.

Temperatures and rain in Andenes in December

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in December, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of December is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Andenes in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Andenes in December

Check the seasonal normals in Andenes in December and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 4.7°C 2.5°C 1.0°C
Maximum temperature 5.4°C 3.4°C 2.0°C
Minimum temperature 4.0°C 1.6°C 0.1°C
Record maximum temperature 10.0°C
(2011)
8.0°C
(2011)
7.0°C
(2010)
Record low temperature -4.0°C
(2010)
-10.0°C
(2009)
-13.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 3 day(s)
(10%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
15 day(s)
(48%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 7.7°C 6.4°C 5.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 5.8°C 4.0°C 3.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 9.9°C 9.1°C 6.4°C
Wind
Wind speed 34 km/h 33 km/h 33 km/h
Wind temperature -0.8°C -3.7°C -5.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 148.1 mm 125.4 mm 128.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(70%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
19 day(s)
(61%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 12 day(s)
(38%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
9 day(s)
(30%)
Record precipitation in one day 54.2 mm
(2014)
34.6 mm
(2019)
33.4 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 76% 75% 76%
Visibility 8.2 km 8.0 km 7.6 km
Cloud cover 63% 60% 59%
UV index 2 2 1
Daily sunshine 2h 0h 1h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 09h32 — — — 11h14
Sunset time 13h48 — — — 12h57
Day length 4h16 — — — 1h43
Our opinion on the climate in December
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Activities and events

What to do in Andenes in December?

Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Possible activities in December
Animal observation
Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Andenes in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Andenes in December 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light snow showers
1°C2°C1.0 mm2.1 cm
2
Clear/Sunny
1°C2°C0.1 mm0.1 cm
3
Heavy snow
1°C7°C0.8 mm0.8 cm
4
Patchy rain nearby
4°C7°C0.5 mm0.5 cm
5
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C0.6 mm
6
Overcast
2°C2°C0.0 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
2°C3°C0.0 mm0.1 cm
8
Light snow
2°C3°C0.5 mm1.4 cm
9
Moderate or heavy snow showers
2°C3°C1.2 mm2.8 cm
10
Clear/Sunny
1°C2°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
-2°C0°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
-2°C-1°C0.0 mm
13
Blizzard
-1°C1°C0.4 mm
14
Light sleet
1°C4°C0.6 mm0.2 cm
15
Light drizzle
5°C7°C0.7 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
6°C7°C0.4 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C0.6 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
5°C6°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
4°C7°C2.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
3°C7°C1.9 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C1.6 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
4°C5°C0.2 mm
23
Cloudy
4°C5°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
5°C7°C6.5 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
5°C7°C1.3 mm
26
Light drizzle
5°C7°C3.1 mm
27
Blizzard
-1°C5°C3.6 mm0.3 cm
28
Blizzard
0°C4°C3.2 mm
29
Blizzard
0°C1°C2.2 mm
30
Blizzard
-1°C0°C1.5 mm0.8 cm
31
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2°C0°C1.5 mm3.6 cm
Nearby

Where to go near Andenes in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Andenes in December: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Andenes in December, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 3°C during the day and 2°C at night, with about 125 mm of precipitation spread over 8 rainy days.

The sea is only 6°C on average in December. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 30/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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