Climate Overview
The climate in Borkenes is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1256mm of precipitation falls per year. Borkenes receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Borkenes 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Borkenes experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Borkenes vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Borkenes is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1256mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 126mm of rainfall. January and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 80mm. That's 46mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Borkenes receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 307cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 59cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Borkenes is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Borkenes, which began on March 20, 2026. Borkenes 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -5 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 289mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 337mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 302mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Expect around 40cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 328mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Expect around 158cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Borkenes 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.
