Climate Overview
The climate in Kongsberg is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1132mm of precipitation falls per year. Kongsberg receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kongsberg is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Kongsberg experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kongsberg vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°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 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kongsberg is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1132mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 127mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 57mm. That's 70mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Kongsberg receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 346cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 76cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kongsberg is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Kongsberg, which began on September 23, 2026. Kongsberg 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 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 199mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 342mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 344mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Expect around 67cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 0°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 247mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Expect around 199cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 Kongsberg 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.