What’s the climate like in Stavanger?
The current climate of Stavanger features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 19°C during the day to lows of 5°C. The average yearly temperature is around 12°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 0°C and in the warmer months around 13°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Stavanger in recent years was 33°C in July 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -8°C in February 2018.
On average, Stavanger gets 1245 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 36 cm is snowfall. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Norway? Check out the weather and climate in places like Oslo, Lofoten, Vesterålen, or have a look at other destinations in Norway.
Best time to visit Stavanger?
The best time to visit Stavanger for pleasant to warm weather is June through September. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring Stavanger.
Climate Table of Stavanger
The climate table of Stavanger shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 5 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 6 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 115 | 103 | 96 | 52 | 61 | 66 | 94 | 119 | 126 | 142 | 131 | 140 |
| Snow (cm) | 13 | 9,0 | 6,0 | 1,8 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,8 | 4,7 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 12°C
- Highest temperature: 19°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 5°C in January
- Precipitation*: 1245 mm per year, averaging 104 mm per month
- Snowfall: 36 cm per year
- Driest months: 52 mm in April, 61 mm in May and 66 mm in June
- Wettest months: 142 mm in October, 140 mm in December and 131 mm in November
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Stavanger
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Stavanger, Norway. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Stavanger
This graph shows how much precipitation Stavanger, Norway, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Stavanger
This graph shows how much snow Stavanger, Norway, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Stavanger
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Stavanger, Norway. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Stavanger
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Stavanger, Norway. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Stavanger
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Stavanger, Norway, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Stavanger
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Stavanger, Norway, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Stavanger
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Beautiful autumn colours but lots of rain and you can feel winter approaching. Particularly changeable, with grey skies and cold temperatures. But fresh, clean air makes up for a lot.— This text is automatically translated to English
Cold temperatures and periodic snowfall interspersed with sunny spells; typical Norwegian climate. Dress warm and waterproof and you will have a great time.— This text is automatically translated to English
There were many hours of sunshine throughout the day, mostly interrupted by light rain showers. The temperature was mild, ideal for outdoor activities. Bring a mackintosh for unexpected situations.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Temperatures are still around freezing, so prepare for the cold. The light is beautiful, especially at sunrise and sunset.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Stavanger by Month
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