December weather forecast
Rjukan, Norway

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rjukan, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between -4.7°C (23.5°F) and -9.1°C (15.6°F).

Temperature

Rjukan's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F) in November to a still subzero cold -4.7°C (23.5°F). Rjukan's evenings during December maintain an average temperature of -9.1°C (15.6°F), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rjukan is 92%.

Rainfall

In Rjukan, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.7 rainfall days, and 585mm (23.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Rjukan, in December, during 18.5 snowfall days, 392mm (15.43") of snow is typically accumulated. In Rjukan, during the entire year, snow falls for 118.3 days and aggregates up to 2354mm (92.68") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rjukan is December, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:00 and sunset at 15:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:26 and sunset at 15:30 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Rjukan.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rjukan are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rjukan?
December temperatures in Rjukan, Norway, vary between a high-temperature of -4.7°C (23.5°F) and a low-temperature of -9.1°C (15.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Rjukan?
In December, the average relative humidity in Rjukan is 92%.
How much does it rain in Rjukan in December?
In Rjukan, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Rjukan in December?
In December, in Rjukan, Norway, it is snowing for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 392mm (15.43") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Rjukan?
December has the shortest days of the year in Rjukan, Norway, with an average of 6h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Rjukan have in December?
In December, the average day length in Rjukan is 6h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rjukan?
On the first day of December in Rjukan, Norway, sunrise is at 09:00 and sunset at 15:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:26 and sunset at 15:30 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Rjukan?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Rjukan have in December?
In Rjukan, Norway, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rjukan?
The months with the lowest UV index in Rjukan, Norway, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Rjukan?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rjukan, Norway, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average temperature in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11°C).

Average pressure in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average pressure in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average wind speed in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average humidity in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

Average rainfall in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average rainfall in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (30mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average rainfall days in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average snowfall in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 392mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (442mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average snowfall days in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average sunshine days in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average UV index in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average cloud cover in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in December - Rjukan, Norway
Average visibility in December
Rjukan, Norway
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and November (6km).

englishespañol中文
Share