December 29 is generally a great time to visit Gothenburg. While there is a slight chance of rain (38%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 3°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Gothenburg this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Gothenburg
Currency
SEK
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Language
Swedish
Driving
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.564
Gothenburg Weather Forecast for December 29
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 2.9°C. 38% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Gothenburg in December
Based on historical data for December 29, Gothenburg typically experiences temperatures between -0.9°C and 2.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 38% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Gothenburg
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
2.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-0.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-1.6°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
38%
Avg 2.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.8 cm
~38% chance
Pressure
1009.7 hPa
High volatility
Gothenburg Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 89% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
1.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Sweden
Flight Traffic
Busy
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~54
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gothenburg
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:57
☀️ Noon
12:15
🌇 Sunset
15:33
⏱️ Daylight
6h 35m
Wind Speed
20 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
1.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
91%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Gothenburg
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Low pressure & humidity may aggravate joints.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Gothenburg on December 29 averages 2.9°C with a 38% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 21/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Gothenburg Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 22
3°C • 31% rain
Score
26
December 23
3°C • 36% rain
Score
25
December 24
3°C • 36% rain
Score
25
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Gothenburg Worth Visiting on December 29?
Planning a trip to Gothenburg on December 29? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 2.9°C with a 38% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 54 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Sweden, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 3.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.72m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 29 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 7.2°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -2.3°C in 2021.