Verdict: Tough month
Stockholm Weather in December
December is deep-winter territory in Stockholm — daily highs around 1°C (34°F) and lows near -3°C (27°F). Expect showers on roughly 13 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Stockholm outside December.
Average high
1°C / 34°F
Average low
-3°C / 27°F
Rain days
~13
Precipitation
48 mm
What to pack for Stockholm in December
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 13 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Stockholm: Jun (22°C / 72°F) · Coolest: Dec (1°C / 34°F) · Wettest: Jul (~14 rain days)
2°
-3°
Jan
2°
-3°
Feb
6°
-2°
Mar
9°
0°
Apr
16°
5°
May
22°
12°
Jun
22°
13°
Jul
21°
13°
Aug
17°
10°
Sep
11°
6°
Oct
6°
1°
Nov
1°
-3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)