Climate Overview
The climate in Egersund is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1967mm of precipitation falls per year. Egersund receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Egersund is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 108cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Egersund sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 0°C to 17°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 15°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Egersund is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1967mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 164mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 240mm of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 70mm. That's 170mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 108cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 36cm.
Wind
Egersund is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h 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 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Egersund, which began on September 23, 2026. Egersund 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 August at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 0°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 275mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 441mm across the season with a monthly average of 147mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 4 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 671mm across the season with a monthly average of 224mm. Expect around 6cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 0 to 5°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 580mm across the season with a monthly average of 193mm. Expect around 78cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 20km/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 Egersund 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.
