The climate of Lofoten in December is humid. An average of 112 mm precipitation is recorded over 22 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in November, the average recorded is 147 mm over 23 days.
Temperatures are cold in Lofoten in December: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 4°C, while the minimum falls to about 3°C. The month's average temperature is 3°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Lofoten in December: 9°C as a maximum in 2011 and -7°C as a minimum in 2020. Plan for about 6 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 19% of the month.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of December is generally not recommended for traveling to Lofoten in Norway.
In December, the most favorable activities in Lofoten are: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Lofoten in December: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking and Boat trip and cruise.
