December weather forecast
Kristiansand, Norway

December welcomes the winter season in full swing in Kristiansand, characterized by chilling temperatures and snowfall. With maximum temperature dwindling to 3°C (37.4°F) and a substantial 150mm (5.91") of snow accumulation, the city transforms into a winter wonderland. This month boasts shorter daylight hours, but they are a sight to behold, with the sky flaunting spectacular displays of Northern Lights. Rainfall drops to 116mm (4.57"), overshadowed by the city's snowy landscape. A religious festive mood pervades the city, accentuating the feelings of warmth and community amidst the freezing winter weather.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Kristiansand experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a chilly 6.2°C (43.2°F) in November to a wintry 3°C (37.4°F). Kristiansand's temperature drops to an average low of -3.4°C (25.9°F) during the nights of December.

Rainfall

In Kristiansand, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Kristiansand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129 days and collects up to 1299mm (51.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kristiansand, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 150mm (5.91") of snow. In Kristiansand, during the entire year, snow falls for 25 days and aggregates up to 555mm (21.85") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Kristiansand is 7.6°C (45.7°F).
Note: Dipping into 7.6°C (45.7°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Kristiansand, Norway, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 15:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:14 and sunset at 15:47 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 0 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.