Skarstein Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Skarstein, Vest-Agder, Norway, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) in August, while winters cool to 5°C (41°F) in February.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1706 mm (67 in) per year. October is the wettest month and May the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from October to January. The most sunshine falls in June, with an average of 9.2 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Skarstein
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Skarstein. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C (41°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in August to around 0°C (32°F) during February.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Skarstein
Skarstein has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1706 mm (67 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 208 mm (8.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month May brings less rainfall, with 79 mm (3.1 in) over 16 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Skarstein Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Skarstein
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Skarstein. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Skarstein 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Skarstein
During the months of July and August, Skarstein enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 18°C (65°F) to 19°C (65°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 104 mm (4.1 in) in July to 150 mm (5.9 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January, September, October, November and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
