December weather forecast
Gothenburg, Sweden

December brings the arrival of the cold breath of winter in Gothenburg. It directly contrasts with November, with temperature readings often dropping below freezing points. Snowfall, although not as heavy or frequent as in other parts of Sweden, adds to the winter wonderland aesthetic. Daylight hours are scarce, contributing to early darkness and longer nights. Despite the reduction in temperature, the festive spirit thrives in the city, as residents and visitors collectively celebrate the holiday season.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Gothenburg experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a frosty 7.6°C (45.7°F) in November to an icy 3.9°C (39°F). December nights in Gothenburg, Sweden, reflect a consistent temperature dip to a freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Rainfall

In Gothenburg, in December, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gothenburg, there are 163 rainfall days, and 791mm (31.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).
Note: Beware when you're in 5.8°C (42.4°F) waters; 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling and anything below 10°C (50°F) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gothenburg, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 15:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 15:35 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gothenburg, with an average of 1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 0 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.