Lapland (Rovaniemi)
December
Weather in Lapland for December 2024
Your guide to Lapland weather in December - trends and predictions
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Lapland is transformed into a snow paradise in December, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
According to Lapland snow forecast for December 2024, 3 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Thursday, 26 December.So far, December 2024 in Lapland is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.1 °C.
An exceptional deviation from the historical average is forecasted for next days of December 2024 in Lapland with the forecasted temperature being -8.2 °C, much lower than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Lapland at the beginning of December is -6.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of -1.7 °C by the end of December.
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Temperatures
3
Dry days
5
Rainy days
23
Snow days
-7°/-13°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
94 %
Avg humidity
Lapland in December average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 2  -5° | 3  -6° | 4  -8° | 5  -8° | 6  -7° | 7 -7° | 8 -7° |
| 9 -6° | 10 -6° | 11 -5° | 12 -9° | 13 -10° | 14 -9° | 15 -8° |
| 16  -5° | 17 -6° | 18 -5° | 19 -4° | 20 -5° | 21 -6° | 22 -8° |
| 23 -6° | 24 -5° | 25 -7° | 26  4° | 27  2° | 28 0° | 29 -1° |
| 30 -5° | 31  -5° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Lapland
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-13° | 3.5 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Patchy moderate snow | -5° /-10° | 1.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Overcast | -6° /-13° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Partly cloudy | -8° /-14° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Sunny | -8° /-14° | 1.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Moderate snow | -7° /-12° | 2.5 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Overcast | -7° /-11° | 0.9 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -7° /-12° | 1.6 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Overcast | -6° /-13° | 0.7 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Partly cloudy | -6° /-9° | 0.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-12° | 0.7 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Overcast | -9° /-14° | 0.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -10° /-15° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -9° /-14° | 0.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -8° /-14° | 0.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Heavy snow | -5° /-13° | 3 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Sunny | -6° /-14° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-13° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Overcast | -4° /-13° | 2.4 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-13° | 2.9 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Overcast | -6° /-13° | 0.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Overcast | -8° /-16° | 0.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy moderate snow | -6° /-13° | 3.1 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -5° /-14° | 1.7 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Overcast | -7° /-15° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy moderate snow | 4° /-5° | 0.9 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Cloudy | 2° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Cloudy | 0° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Light freezing rain | -1° /-5° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Sunny | -5° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Light snow | -5° /-9° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lapland in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lapland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Lapland in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lapland during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -7° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lapland during December?
In December, Lapland can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 42.4 mm across approximately 5 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Lapland in December 2024?
Lapland experiences an average snowfall of 13.9555 cm during December, occurring over 23 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lapland during December?
The average wind speed in Lapland during December is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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