Geiranger Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Geiranger is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C (61°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -2°C (28°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 8°C (46°F) in July to -8°C (18°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Geiranger has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1809 mm (71 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Geiranger experiences moderate seasonal variation in snowfall, with monthly averages ranging from 182 mm (7.2 in) in January, the wettest month, and 100 mm (3.9 in) in May, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Geiranger Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Geiranger can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.3 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine