2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Tromsø in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Tromsø. Tromsø has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of -1°C, lows of -6°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

-1°C

Avg Low

-6°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

0h

Is December a good time to visit Tromsø?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

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Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January -1°C -5°C 21 Excellent (best)
February -1°C -6°C 24 Excellent (best)
March -1°C -5°C 26 Excellent (best)
April 1°C -3°C 19 Wet
May 5°C 0°C 16 Wet
June 14°C 7°C 8 Good
July 16°C 10°C 19 Wet
August 14°C 8°C 25 Wet
September 11°C 6°C 22 Excellent (best)
October 6°C 1°C 12 Excellent (best)
November 3°C -2°C 20 Excellent (best)
December -1°C -6°C 11 Excellent (best)

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 Tromsø? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Tromsø, with average highs of -1°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Tromsø in December? +

With highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Tromsø in December? +

Tromsø typically sees around 11 rainy days in December.

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

In December, Tromsø gets approximately 0 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Tromsø? +

Yes, December is peak season in Tromsø. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Tromsø? +

The best months to visit Tromsø are September, October, November, December, January, February, March, 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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-1° / -6°
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