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Geiranger Climate by Month

Geiranger close to the Geirangerfjord has a dry summer subarctic climate. Spring is the driest time of year and fall and winter are the wettest. The coldest month is January while the warmest month is July.

Average day and night temperature

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 in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -2°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -8°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Geiranger has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1809 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Geiranger experiences moderate seasonal variation in snowfall, with monthly averages ranging from 182 mm in January, the wettest month, and 100 mm in May, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Geiranger in Norway

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Geiranger?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Geiranger?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of -2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Geiranger?
    January tops the wettest month list with 182 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Geiranger?
    May is the driest month with 100 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Geiranger?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 180 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Geiranger

    Sat   Dec 14
    8°C | 1°C
    SW 7 km/h
    33 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    9°C | 1°C
    S 14 km/h
    64 mm
    overcast and heavy sleet

    overcast and heavy sleet

    Mon   Dec 16
    6°C | 1°C
    W 18 km/h
    47 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow