Climate Insights for Haugesund
Rogaland, Norway
Climate Overview
The climate in Haugesund is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 2,018 mm of precipitation falls per year. Haugesund receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Haugesund 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 January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 77cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Haugesund is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 79.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Haugesund receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Haugesund 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 January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 35°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 30in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Haugesund sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 2°C to 17°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 15°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 4°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.Haugesund sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 35°F to 63°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 63°F with a mean of 59°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 35°F and an average of 38°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Haugesund is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,018 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 168 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 243 mm of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 78 mm. That's 165 mm 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 77cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 25cm.Haugesund is a very wet location, receiving approximately 79.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.6 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 9.6 in of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 3.1 in. That's 6.5 in 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 30in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Haugesund is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/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, 16km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Haugesund is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haugesund 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haugesund based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.