Weather in December
The year concludes on a chilly note in Sandefjord, with December featuring colder days and significantly less sunlight. Leaving the mild sea temperature of November, December hits a cool 6.3°C (43.3°F). Winter's dominance is unquestionable, with snowstorms painting the city white. The reduced daylight casts long arctic shadows, delivering an early twilight. With Christmas on the horizon, the entire city sparks into life, turning the cold weather into a magical backdrop for celebrations.
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 6.3°C (43.3°F) waters cooler than 10°C (50°F) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 15:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 15:31 CET.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In Sandefjord, the average seawater temperature in December is 6.3°C (43.3°F).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 6.3°C (43.3°F) waters cooler than 10°C (50°F) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 15:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 15:31 CET.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sea water temperature in December in Sandefjord?
In Sandefjord, Norway, in December, the average water temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F). Swimming in 6.3°C (43.3°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the month with the shortest days in Sandefjord?
With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sandefjord.
What is the average length of the day in December in Sandefjord?
In December, the average day length is 6h and 18min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandefjord?
On the first day of December in Sandefjord, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 15:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 15:31 CET.
Average sea temperature in December
Sandefjord, Norway
- Average sea temperature in December: 6.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.8°C).
Average daylight in December
Sandefjord, Norway
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
Sandefjord, Norway
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