Climate Overview
The climate in Kristiansund is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1922mm of precipitation falls per year. Kristiansund receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kristiansund is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Kristiansund experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Kristiansund sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 16°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kristiansund is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1922mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 160mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 239mm of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 102mm. That's 137mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Kristiansund receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 313cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 68cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kristiansund 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 January, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap 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 17km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Kristiansund, which began on September 23, 2026. Kristiansund 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 380mm across the season with a monthly average of 127mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 400mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 618mm across the season with a monthly average of 206mm. Expect around 34cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 524mm across the season with a monthly average of 175mm. Expect around 181cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/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 Kristiansund 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.
