Early winter · Weather & things to do
Svolvær in December
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.7 in (145 mm) falling in Svolvær, alongside highs near 38°F (3°C) and lows of 34°F (1°C).
With a comfort score of 30/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 38°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 5.7 in (145 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~0 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 30/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 38°F (3°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 34°F (1°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.7 in (145 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 83%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.6 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 holds steady from November (31 → 30/100).
- 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 34°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Svolvær in December
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Henningsvær
Fishing village spread over skerries south of Svolvær, with galleries, cafes and a harbour of working boats.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Henningsvær Stadion
Football pitch laid out on a flat rock skerry at the tip of Henningsvær, surrounded by sea.
Magic Ice Lofoten
Ice bar and gallery in a harbour warehouse, with sculptures of Lofoten fishing life carved from ice.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Fiskekrogen
Long-running seafood restaurant on the Henningsvær quay, known for fish soup and the catch of the day.
Why now Easy to slot in when December's rain moves in.
Nearby in December
- Reine in December~43 mi · highs 40°F, 5.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Tromsø in December~146 mi · highs 28°F, 4.9 in rain or snow · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
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.
Svolvær in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Svolvær?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 30/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 38°F (3°C) and 5.7 in (145 mm) of rain. December is inside the Late Nov – Mar window our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends.
How cold is Svolvær in December?
Average highs are 38°F (3°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Svolvær in December?
Yes: about 5.7 in (145 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1314 mm).
What should I pack for Svolvær in December?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 34°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in December
- Lofoten & Tromsø Late Nov – Mar
Planning Svolvær in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.