Climate Overview
The climate in Haugesund is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 2018mm 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.
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.
Precipitation
Haugesund is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2018mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 168mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 243mm of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 78mm. That's 165mm 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.
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.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Haugesund, which began on September 23, 2026. Haugesund 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 January near 2°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (89 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 304mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 483mm across the season with a monthly average of 161mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 662mm across the season with a monthly average of 221mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 2 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 570mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. Expect around 56cm 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 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.
