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Lillehammer in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer, Norway.

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Lillehammer in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Lillehammer in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min -8°C Max -4°C 76 mm 5 day(s) 94% 59% 3.6 h/day 48.7 cm
Best activities in December
Winter sports and snowGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 09:27 15:00
Hourly weather

Average weather in Lillehammer in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Lillehammer in December

Check the seasonal normals in Lillehammer 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 -1.3°C -5.8°C -7.3°C
Maximum temperature 0.4°C -3.9°C -5.1°C
Minimum temperature -2.9°C -7.7°C -9.4°C
Record maximum temperature 9.0°C
(2011)
4.0°C
(2011)
4.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature -16.0°C
(2010)
-27.0°C
(2009)
-29.0°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° 22 day(s)
(73%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 10 km/h 11 km/h
Wind temperature -5.4°C -10.9°C -12.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 85.4 mm 76.3 mm 73.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 13 day(s)
(43%)
15 day(s)
(48%)
14 day(s)
(45%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 5 day(s)
(17%)
5 day(s)
(17%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
Record precipitation in one day 36.0 mm
(2019)
39.7 mm
(2020)
27.2 mm
(2018)
Other weather data
Humidity 93% 94% 94%
Visibility 6.5 km 6.5 km 5.8 km
Cloud cover 60% 59% 59%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 5h 4h 4h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 08h23 09h27 09h15
Sunset time 15h41 15h00 15h42
Day length 7h18 5h33 6h27
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 Lillehammer in December?

Best activities in December
Winter sports and snowGastronomy
Possible activities in December
Northern or Southern LightsCultural visits and heritage
Activities not recommended in December
Hiking and trekkingFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlife
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Lillehammer in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Mist
-8°C-3°C0.7 mm3.7 cm
2
Patchy rain nearby
2°C3°C3.0 mm
3
Mist
0°C2°C0.6 mm
4
Moderate snow
1°C1°C0.4 mm0.8 cm
5
Moderate snow
1°C2°C1.4 mm2.6 cm
6
Heavy snow
1°C2°C5.8 mm14.6 cm
7
Light snow showers
1°C2°C0.9 mm2.0 cm
8
Heavy snow
1°C2°C2.2 mm7.2 cm
9
Clear/Sunny
-4°C1°C0.0 mm
10
Freezing fog
-5°C1°C2.0 mm6.3 cm
11
Mist
-1°C2°C0.0 mm
12
Light snow
0°C1°C0.3 mm0.3 cm
13
Freezing fog
-6°C-1°C1.6 mm5.1 cm
14
Freezing fog
-2°C-1°C0.1 mm0.1 cm
15
Fog
1°C2°C0.0 mm
16
Fog
1°C2°C0.0 mm
17
Mist
-7°C0°C0.0 mm
18
Light sleet
-3°C3°C1.2 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
-1°C5°C2.0 mm2.4 cm
20
Partly Cloudy
-4°C-1°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
-7°C-5°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
-8°C-6°C0.0 mm
23
Light freezing rain
-8°C-6°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
-10°C-7°C0.0 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
-4°C1°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
-2°C0°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
-3°C1°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
-11°C-9°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
-9°C-7°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
-13°C-7°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
-13°C-11°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Lillehammer in December?

Compare cities and destinations near Lillehammer in December to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in Lillehammer.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of -4°C during the day and -8°C at night, with about 76 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

Expect about 3.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Winter sports and snow and Gastronomy. 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 32/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 39/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Lillehammer are: June, July and August. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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