Early winter · Weather & things to do
Reine in December
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.0 in (126 mm) falling in Reine, alongside highs near 40°F (4°C) and lows of 36°F (2°C).
With a comfort score of 32/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 40°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 5.0 in (126 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~0 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 32/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 40°F (4°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 36°F (2°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.0 in (126 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 84%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 16 mph (7.2 m/s) at ground level.
Only about 0 h 00 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 0 h 00 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 37/100 in November to 32/100.
- December sits inside the Late Nov – Mar window our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 36°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.0 in of rain on average
- Windproof shellaverage wind 16 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Reine in December
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Anita's Sjømat
Seafood shop and cafe on Sakrisøy known for its fish burgers, fish cakes and smoked salmon.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.0 in of rain.
Reine Church
White wooden church from 1890 at the edge of Reine, set right under the snow-covered Olstinden massif.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.0 in of rain.
Nusfjord
One of Norway's best-preserved fishing villages, with red rorbuer, a general store and a sawmill around a narrow harbour.
Rambergstranda
Wide white-sand beach facing north on Flakstadøya, a dark open spot for watching the northern lights.
Nearby in December
- Svolvær in December~43 mi · highs 38°F, 5.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Tromsø in December~189 mi · highs 28°F, 4.9 in rain or snow · 6°C (12°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Reine in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Reine?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 32/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 40°F (4°C) and 5.0 in (126 mm) of rain. December is inside the Late Nov – Mar window our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends.
How cold is Reine in December?
Average highs are 40°F (4°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Reine in December?
Yes: about 5.0 in (126 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 43.2 in (1098 mm).
What should I pack for Reine in December?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 36°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.0 in of rain on average), windproof shell (average wind 16 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in December
- Lofoten & Tromsø Late Nov – Mar
Planning Reine in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.