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Bodø in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Bodø 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 Bodø, Norway.

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Bodø in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Bodø in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min -2°C Max 1°C 139 mm 8 day(s) 80% 59% 10°C 0.9 h/day 35.4 cm
Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 11:21 12:34
Hourly weather

Average weather in Bodø in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Bodø 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 Bodø in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Bodø 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 Bodø in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Bodø in December

Check the seasonal normals in Bodø 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 2.4°C -0.6°C -2.4°C
Maximum temperature 3.4°C 0.6°C -1.1°C
Minimum temperature 1.5°C -1.8°C -3.6°C
Record maximum temperature 10.0°C
(2011)
7.0°C
(2013)
6.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature -11.0°C
(2010)
-13.0°C
(2010)
-17.0°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° 10 day(s)
(33%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 8.2°C 6.4°C 4.6°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 5.6°C 3.7°C 3.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 10.8°C 9.6°C 6.0°C
Wind
Wind speed 26 km/h 27 km/h 29 km/h
Wind temperature -3.3°C -7.3°C -9.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 153.7 mm 139.0 mm 156.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 20 day(s)
(67%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 10 day(s)
(33%)
8 day(s)
(27%)
9 day(s)
(30%)
Record precipitation in one day 52.4 mm
(2011)
66.9 mm
(2013)
68.9 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 80% 80% 81%
Visibility 8.4 km 8.3 km 7.9 km
Cloud cover 61% 59% 58%
UV index 2 1 1
Daily sunshine 3h 1h 2h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 09h06 11h21 10h18
Sunset time 14h27 12h34 14h06
Day length 5h21 1h13 3h48
Our opinion on the climate in December
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Activities and events

What to do in Bodø in December?

Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsGastronomy
Possible activities in December
Cultural visits and heritage
Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
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The best offers right now to Bodø

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Bodø

From 4 Dec to 12 Dec 2026

£121 per person
8 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 7 Dec to 11 Dec 2026

£129 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 17 Dec to 22 Dec 2026

£146 per person
5 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 24 Dec to 28 Dec 2026

£197 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 21 Dec to 30 Dec 2026

£215 per person
9 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 18 Dec to 26 Dec 2026

£261 per person
8 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 23 Dec to 27 Dec 2026

£284 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
The cheapest

London Bodø

From 20 Dec to 27 Dec 2026

£302 per person
7 days on site With stopover(s) Norwegian
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Observed weather

What was the weather like in Bodø in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
-5°C-1°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
-3°C-1°C0.7 mm2.1 cm
3
Overcast
4°C6°C2.8 mm0.9 cm
4
Partly Cloudy
3°C6°C0.3 mm
5
Cloudy
4°C5°C0.0 mm
6
Overcast
0°C2°C0.0 mm
7
Overcast
1°C2°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
2°C2°C0.0 mm
9
Moderate snow
1°C3°C0.4 mm1.2 cm
10
Clear/Sunny
0°C2°C0.1 mm
11
Cloudy
-2°C-1°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
-5°C-4°C0.0 mm
13
Blizzard
-4°C-2°C2.3 mm
14
Light freezing rain
-1°C5°C1.3 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
5°C7°C2.7 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
4°C5°C0.6 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
3°C4°C1.5 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
1°C4°C1.0 mm3.9 cm
19
Overcast
4°C6°C3.3 mm
20
Light rain
4°C6°C3.0 mm
21
Light rain shower
4°C5°C3.9 mm0.4 cm
22
Clear/Sunny
0°C4°C0.1 mm0.1 cm
23
Clear/Sunny
0°C1°C0.0 mm
24
Light rain shower
5°C6°C3.8 mm
25
Light rain shower
6°C7°C9.6 mm
26
Light drizzle
4°C6°C3.2 mm
27
Blizzard
0°C5°C5.2 mm
28
Blizzard
2°C4°C2.9 mm1.5 cm
29
Blizzard
-1°C1°C3.8 mm0.3 cm
30
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-2°C-1°C2.3 mm4.1 cm
31
Overcast
-5°C-2°C0.0 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Bodø 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 Bodø in December, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 1°C during the day and -2°C at night, with about 139 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.

Expect about 0.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

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

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 40/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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