The weather in December in Hammerfest
It's cold in December in Hammerfest with an average temperature of 1°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -2°C to a high of 2°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -6°C and -2°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Hammerfest, Norway. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 9°C in 2016, Hammerfest reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -9°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -15°C to a highest value of 5°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Hammerfest is 8°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 41 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Hammerfest
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Hammerfest. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
Hammerfest | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 1°C | 9°C |
Max. temperature | 2°C | 12°C |
Min. temperature | -6°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 56 mm | 133 mm |
Rainy days | 9 days | 17 days |
Total snowfall | 41 cm | 9,7 cm |
Snowy days | 17 days | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Hammerfest with really cold temps, averaging around 1°C during the day and nights dipping to about -3°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 1°C, with nights around -3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Hammerfest is around -0°C, while nighttime temps are about -4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Hammerfest, Norway. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Hammerfest
Temperature in December in Hammerfest over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Hammerfest, Norway. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Hammerfest
Total precipitation in December in Hammerfest over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Hammerfest
Snowfall in December in Hammerfest per year
Daily UV index in December in Hammerfest
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Hammerfest, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in Hammerfest
The weather in December in Hammerfest is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Hammerfest? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewDecember at Hammerfest was without a doubt an unforgettable experience. The extremely cold weather and almost constant darkness were difficult to get used to, but the northern lights were unreal and made up for everything.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Hammerfest by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hammerfest. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.