Climate Overview
The climate in Mo i Rana is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1701mm of precipitation falls per year. Mo i Rana receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mo i Rana is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Mo i Rana experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Mo i Rana vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Mo i Rana is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1701mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 142mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 216mm of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 96mm. That's 120mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Mo i Rana receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 831cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 167cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Mo i Rana 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 January, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Mo i Rana, which began on September 23, 2026. Mo i Rana 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -9°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -8 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 372mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 400mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -5 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 429mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Expect around 142cm 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 -9 to -3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 501mm across the season with a monthly average of 167mm. Expect around 402cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mo i Rana 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.
