Sea Temperature in Longyearbyen in December

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Barents Sea in Longyearbyen in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Longyearbyen. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Longyearbyen in December

30°F

MINIMUN

38°F

AVERAGE

46°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Longyearbyen

Water Temperature Chart for Barents Sea in Longyearbyen in December

Sea Temperature Table in Longyearbyen in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	34°C	34°C	32°C	33°C
Dec 2	34°C	34°C	32°C	33°C
Dec 3	32°C	32°C	32°C	32°C
Dec 4	34°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 5	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 6	34°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 7	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 8	34°C	32°C	32°C	33°C
Dec 9	32°C	34°C	32°C	33°C
Dec 10	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 11	32°C	32°C	36°C	33°C
Dec 12	32°C	34°C	36°C	34°C
Dec 13	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 14	32°C	34°C	36°C	34°C
Dec 15	32°C	34°C	36°C	34°C
Dec 16	32°C	34°C	36°C	34°C
Dec 17	32°C	34°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 18	32°C	34°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 19	30°C	30°C	34°C	31°C
Dec 20	30°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 21	30°C	30°C	34°C	31°C
Dec 22	30°C	32°C	34°C	32°C
Dec 23	30°C	32°C	34°C	32°C
Dec 24	30°C	32°C	34°C	32°C
Dec 25	30°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 26	30°C	34°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 27	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 28	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 29	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C
Dec 30	32°C	32°C	34°C	33°C

Longyearbyen Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

32°F

Average Day Air Temperature

23°F

Average Night Air Temperature

4 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

17 days

Number of Rainy Days

0 hrs

Daylight
per Day

0 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

10 mph

Average Wind Speed

79%

Average
humidity

Longyearbyen lies within the Svalbard in Norway. The average daytime temperature in Longyearbyen in December is 0°C (32°F), while the nighttime average is -5°C (22°F). There are typically 17 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 104 mm (4.1 inches). The daylight duration in December in Longyearbyen is 0 hours, with an average of 0 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 17 km/h (11 mph), and the humidity level is around 79%.

The water temperature in Longyearbyen in December ranges from -1°C to 1°C (30°F to 34°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 1°C (34°F), shifting to 1°C (34°F) by mid-December and reaching 0°C (32°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Longyearbyen for December is 0°C (32°F). Swimming in such conditions is extremely dangerous due to the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Only experienced winter swimmers with proper preparation should attempt it.

Sea Temperature in December in Nearby Cities

Barentsburg

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Longyearbyen

What is the sea temperature in Longyearbyen in December?

The water temperature in the Barents Sea in Longyearbyen in December ranges from -1°C to 1°C (30°F to 34°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Barents Sea in Longyearbyen in December?

The average sea temperature in Longyearbyen in December is 0°C (32°F), and the air temperature is 0°C (32°F), so swimming in such conditions is extremely dangerous due to the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Only experienced winter swimmers with proper preparation should attempt it.