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Hamn (Senja Island) in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hamn (Senja Island) 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 Hamn (Senja Island), Norway.

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Hamn (Senja Island) in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hamn (Senja Island) 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 50.8 cm
Best activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hamn (Senja Island) in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Hamn (Senja Island) 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 Hamn (Senja Island) in December

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Hamn (Senja Island) in December.

Temperatures and rain in Hamn (Senja Island) 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 Hamn (Senja Island) in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hamn (Senja Island) in December

Check the seasonal normals in Hamn (Senja Island) 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) 7.9°C 6.6°C 4.9°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 5.8°C 4.1°C 3.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 10.1°C 9.2°C 6.4°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 09h30 — — — 11h15
Sunset time 13h42 — — — 12h47
Day length 4h12 — — — 1h32
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 Hamn (Senja Island) in December?

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

What was the weather like in Hamn (Senja Island) in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Hamn (Senja Island) 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
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Where to go near Hamn (Senja Island) in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hamn (Senja Island) 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 Hamn (Senja Island) 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 7°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 34/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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