Climate Overview
The climate in Leirvik is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 2652mm of precipitation falls per year. Leirvik receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Leirvik is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Leirvik sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 16°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 15°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Leirvik is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2652mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 221mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 300mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 108mm. That's 192mm less than December, 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 124cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 36cm.
Wind
Leirvik is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/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 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 20km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/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 26km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Leirvik, which began on March 20, 2026. Leirvik 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 404mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 612mm across the season with a monthly average of 204mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/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 828mm across the season with a monthly average of 276mm. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 1 to 5°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 808mm across the season with a monthly average of 269mm. Expect around 89cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/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 Leirvik 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.
