Climate Overview
The climate in Molde Airport, Årø is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1770mm of precipitation falls per year. Molde Airport, Årø receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Molde Airport, Årø 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Molde Airport, Årø experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Molde Airport, Årø sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -2°C to 17°C. 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 -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Molde Airport, Årø is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1770mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 147mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 200mm of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 95mm. That's 105mm 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. Molde Airport, Årø receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 278cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 62cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Molde Airport, Årø 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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Molde Airport, Årø, which began on March 20, 2026. Molde Airport, Årø 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 -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 394mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 527mm across the season with a monthly average of 176mm. Expect around 26cm 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 -2 to 3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 509mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. Expect around 169cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/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 Molde Airport, Årø 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.
