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Gjøvik Climate by Month

The climate in Gjøvik is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Gjøvik, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -2°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -9°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Gjøvik receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 921 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives high rainfall, averaging 110 mm of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less snowfall, with 49 mm over 13 snowy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Gjøvik. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Lillehammer, Norway (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Lillehammer, Norway (38 KM, 23 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Gjøvik in Norway

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Gjøvik?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Gjøvik?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gjøvik?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gjøvik?
    August tops the wettest month list with 110 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gjøvik?
    February is the driest month with 49 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gjøvik?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 243 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Gjøvik

    Sun   Dec 15
    5°C | -5°C
    S 4 km/h
    6.2 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    4°C | 1°C
    SW 22 km/h
    0.1 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    2°C | -4°C
    W 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain