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Finnsnes in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes, Norway.

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Finnsnes in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Finnsnes in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min -5°C Max -2°C 166 mm 10 day(s) 86% 63% 9°C 0.0 h/day 64.8 cm
Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds
Hourly weather

Average weather in Finnsnes in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Finnsnes 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 Finnsnes in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Finnsnes in December

Check the seasonal normals in Finnsnes 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 -0.2°C -3.3°C -5.0°C
Maximum temperature 1.3°C -1.7°C -3.3°C
Minimum temperature -1.7°C -5.0°C -6.7°C
Record maximum temperature 9.0°C
(2011)
6.0°C
(2013)
6.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature -20.0°C
(2021)
-23.0°C
(2021)
-20.0°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° 19 day(s)
(63%)
27 day(s)
(87%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 7.6°C 6.2°C 4.9°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 5.3°C 4.0°C 3.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 9.8°C 8.9°C 6.1°C
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 20 km/h 20 km/h
Wind temperature -6.4°C -10.5°C -12.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 179.1 mm 166.2 mm 157.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(63%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
17 day(s)
(55%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(36%)
10 day(s)
(32%)
10 day(s)
(32%)
Record precipitation in one day 82.1 mm
(2011)
72.0 mm
(2013)
48.2 mm
(2013)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 86% 86%
Visibility 7.7 km 7.6 km 7.5 km
Cloud cover 66% 63% 59%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 2h 0h 1h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 09h23 — — — 11h02
Sunset time 13h42 — — — 12h54
Day length 4h19 — — — 1h52
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Finnsnes in December?

Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Finnsnes in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Mist
-15°C-2°C1.0 mm2.1 cm
2
Clear/Sunny
-22°C-14°C0.0 mm
3
Light snow
-11°C-4°C1.2 mm2.9 cm
4
Light snow showers
-1°C3°C1.6 mm1.4 cm
5
Cloudy
-4°C2°C0.3 mm
6
Overcast
-14°C-11°C0.0 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
-11°C-5°C0.0 mm
8
Overcast
-5°C-4°C0.1 mm0.2 cm
9
Moderate snow
-8°C-5°C0.7 mm2.0 cm
10
Clear/Sunny
-14°C-5°C0.1 mm0.2 cm
11
Mist
-20°C-16°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
-22°C-16°C0.0 mm
13
Light snow
-11°C-8°C0.2 mm0.3 cm
14
Partly Cloudy
-9°C-2°C1.9 mm4.2 cm
15
Moderate or Heavy freezing rain
-3°C2°C0.7 mm0.1 cm
16
Partly Cloudy
-4°C3°C0.5 mm
17
Mist
-3°C2°C0.2 mm
18
Overcast
-8°C-3°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
-1°C2°C6.0 mm9.6 cm
20
Light sleet
-1°C3°C2.4 mm2.4 cm
21
Moderate or heavy snow showers
1°C3°C4.3 mm11.5 cm
22
Light snow
-3°C2°C1.0 mm2.2 cm
23
Partly Cloudy
-4°C1°C0.1 mm0.1 cm
24
Light drizzle
0°C4°C9.3 mm
25
Moderate or heavy snow showers
3°C5°C2.7 mm0.9 cm
26
Light rain
4°C5°C4.3 mm
27
Blizzard
-4°C3°C10.6 mm2.0 cm
28
Blizzard
-5°C0°C7.5 mm9.0 cm
29
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-5°C-4°C3.2 mm9.8 cm
30
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-6°C-5°C2.9 mm6.6 cm
31
Freezing fog
-21°C-11°C0.1 mm0.1 cm
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Where to go near Finnsnes in December?

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of -2°C during the day and -5°C at night, with about 166 mm of precipitation spread over 10 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.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 41/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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