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Nordaustlandet in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Nordaustlandet 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 Nordaustlandet, Norway.

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Nordaustlandet in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Nordaustlandet in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min -8°C Max -5°C 59 mm 3 day(s) 84% 76% 0.0 h/day 12.1 cm
Best activities in December
Northern or Southern Lights
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds
Hourly weather

Average weather in Nordaustlandet in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Nordaustlandet 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 Nordaustlandet in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Nordaustlandet 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 Nordaustlandet in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Nordaustlandet in December

Check the seasonal normals in Nordaustlandet 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 -5.2°C -6.5°C -7.1°C
Maximum temperature -4.1°C -5.3°C -5.9°C
Minimum temperature -6.4°C -7.6°C -8.3°C
Record maximum temperature 5.0°C
(2020)
3.0°C
(2015)
3.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature -21.0°C
(2010)
-23.0°C
(2018)
-32.0°C
(2011)
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° 28 day(s)
(93%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Wind
Wind speed 32 km/h 33 km/h 31 km/h
Wind temperature -13.9°C -15.8°C -16.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 61.4 mm 59.3 mm 47.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 20 day(s)
(67%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 3 day(s)
(10%)
3 day(s)
(10%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Record precipitation in one day 26.8 mm
(2018)
14.5 mm
(2011)
19.5 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 84% 84%
Visibility 5.9 km 5.7 km 6.4 km
Cloud cover 76% 76% 72%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 0h 0h 0h
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 Nordaustlandet in December?

Best activities in December
Northern or Southern Lights
Activities not recommended in December
Animal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Nordaustlandet in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Blowing snow
-5°C-2°C1.3 mm1.3 cm
2
Light snow
-6°C-5°C0.1 mm0.5 cm
3
Light freezing rain
-5°C-3°C0.0 mm
4
Light snow
-4°C-3°C0.1 mm0.4 cm
5
Overcast
-8°C-3°C0.3 mm0.8 cm
6
Blizzard
-3°C-2°C1.3 mm1.1 cm
7
Light freezing rain
-7°C-6°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
-6°C-5°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
-7°C-5°C0.0 mm
10
Cloudy
-5°C-3°C0.0 mm
11
Overcast
-3°C-1°C0.1 mm
12
Blowing snow
-2°C-1°C0.1 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
-1°C0°C0.1 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
-1°C0°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
-3°C-2°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
-3°C-3°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
-4°C-4°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
-4°C-3°C0.0 mm
19
Light snow showers
-4°C-2°C0.2 mm0.2 cm
20
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-3°C-2°C0.8 mm2.2 cm
21
Partly Cloudy
-1°C-1°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
0°C1°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
-1°C0°C0.0 mm
24
Heavy snow
0°C1°C1.5 mm3.6 cm
25
Light snow
-1°C1°C0.8 mm1.3 cm
26
Blizzard
-8°C-4°C0.5 mm
27
Blizzard
-12°C-11°C2.9 mm
28
Blizzard
-11°C-5°C2.2 mm0.7 cm
29
Blizzard
-14°C-13°C0.8 mm
30
Blizzard
-14°C-13°C0.8 mm0.8 cm
31
Light snow showers
-13°C-13°C0.6 mm1.2 cm
Nearby

Where to go near Nordaustlandet in December?

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Expect an average of -5°C during the day and -8°C at night, with about 59 mm of precipitation spread over 3 rainy days.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Northern or Southern Lights. 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 26/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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