If you are thinking of traveling to Ålesund in December, think and plan carefully. The average daytime high temperature is usually around +5°C, and there are only about 2 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+5°C
Avg. max. temperature
-13°C
Min.
+15°C
Max.
202 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Ålesund has uncomfortable weather in December.
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Average temperature in Ålesund in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Ålesund for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +10°C during the day to a minimum of -5°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +3°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +1°C to +4°C.
Is Ålesund warm or cold in December?
Ålesund is typically cool in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +7°C to +5°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +4°C to +2°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Ålesund, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Ålesund in December
Water in Ålesund in December is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +10°C, with an average of +8°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +5°C.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Ålesund are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.
Can you swim in Ålesund in December?
We would not recommend swimming in Ålesund in December, the water is very cold (+8°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Ålesund in December
Ålesund weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+7°C
+5°C
+5°C
Min. temperature
-7°C
-13°C
-12°C
Max. temperature
+18°C
+15°C
+14°C
Rainfall
197 mm
202 mm
186 mm
Wind
4 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+10°C
+8°C
+7°C
Humidity
75%
77%
75%
Air pressure
1006 HPa
1004 HPa
1005 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
2
Cloudy days
6
6
6
Rainy days
18
15
14
Snowy days
3
7
9
December weather is still as bad as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +7°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +5°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 197 mm to 202 mm.Humidity rises from 75% to 77%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 4 m/s to 5 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
January brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Ålesund in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Ålesund is gradually increasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Ålesund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 140 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 41 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
December is one of the rainiest months in Ålesund, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Ålesund wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 230 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 61% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during December in Ålesund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 16% chance of snow on an average day in December, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 35 mm.
December is one of the snowiest months in Ålesund.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last December in Ålesund?
This is the weather in Ålesund in December 2024:
1 December
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+1°C
2 December
☁️
+1°C
3 December
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0°C
4 December
☁️
+1°C
5 December
☀️
0°C
6 December
☀️
+1°C
7 December
☁️
+3°C
8 December
☀️
+1°C
9 December
☀️
+3°C
10 December
☁️
+4°C
11 December
☀️
+3°C
12 December
☁️
+2°C
13 December
☁️
+3°C
14 December
☁️
+5°C
15 December
🌧️
+8°C
16 December
🌧️
+10°C
17 December
🌧️
+8°C
18 December
🌧️
+8°C
19 December
☁️
+6°C
20 December
🌧️
+3°C
21 December
🌨️
+3°C
22 December
☁️
+2°C
23 December
🌨️
+1°C
24 December
🌨️
+1°C
25 December
🌧️
+3°C
26 December
🌧️
+3°C
27 December
☁️
+3°C
28 December
🌨️
+3°C
29 December
☁️
+4°C
30 December
☁️
+3°C
31 December
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+4°C
In December 2024 Ålesund had 7 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +3°C, with an absolute maximum of +10°C and a minimum of 0°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Ålesund climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Ålesund in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+9°C) and the highest in 2014 (+12°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 1292 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 2856 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ålesund in December:
Is December a good time to visit Ålesund?
There is never a bad time to go to Ålesund, but the weather isn’t the best in December, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Ålesund and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Ålesund in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Ålesund in December?
Swimming in Ålesund in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Ålesund rainy in December?
Ålesund is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Ålesund in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Ålesund in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Ålesund, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
