2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Stavanger in December

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

December is a wet time to visit Stavanger. Stavanger has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 22 rainy days per month.

Avg High

6°C

Avg Low

4°C

Rainy days

22days

Daylight

6.2h

Is December a good time to visit Stavanger?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

9:25 AM

Sunset

3:40 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 7°C 4°C 27 Wet
February 6°C 2°C 25 Wet
March 7°C 2°C 19 Wet
April 9°C 3°C 11 Good
May 11°C 6°C 13 Wet
June 18°C 11°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 15°C 11°C 23 Excellent (best)
August 19°C 13°C 16 Excellent (best)
September 15°C 11°C 18 Excellent (best)
October 12°C 8°C 20 Wet
November 10°C 6°C 23 Wet
December 6°C 4°C 22 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Stavanger? +

December is typically Wet for visiting Stavanger, with average highs of 6°C and around 22 rainy days.

What should I pack for Stavanger in December? +

With highs of 6°C and lows of 4°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Stavanger in December? +

Stavanger typically sees around 22 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Stavanger in December? +

In December, Stavanger gets approximately 6.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Stavanger? +

No, December is not peak season in Stavanger. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Stavanger? +

The best months to visit Stavanger are June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Oslo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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