Climate Overview
The climate in Eckerö is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 521mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 61mm of rainfall. Eckerö is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 70cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Eckerö sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 19°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Eckerö is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 521mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 61mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 25mm. That's 36mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 70cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.
Wind
Eckerö is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 33km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 23km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 31km/h in winter, 26km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 28km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Eckerö, which began on March 20, 2026. Eckerö is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 142mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 158mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 28km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 45cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Eckerö is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 54mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Eckerö based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.