Climate Insights for Moss

Østfold, Norway

Hottest
July
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
October
95 mm rain3.8 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Moss is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 904 mm of precipitation falls per year. Moss receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Moss 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 141cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Moss is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 35.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Moss receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Moss 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -2°Min: -4°FebMax: 3°Average: 0°Min: -3°MarMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: -1°AprMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 2°MayMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 17°Average: 14°Min: 10°OctMax: 11°Average: 8°Min: 5°NovMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°DecMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 29°FMin: 25°FFebMax: 37°FAverage: 32°FMin: 27°FMarMax: 44°FAverage: 37°FMin: 30°FAprMax: 53°FAverage: 45°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 56°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 52°FAverage: 46°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 42°FAverage: 38°FMin: 34°FDecMax: 35°FAverage: 32°FMin: 28°F
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Temperatures in Moss vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Moss vary considerably across the year, with a 48°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 29°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 45mmFebPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 27mmMarPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 24mmAprPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 93mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 3mmNovPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 12mmDecPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 26mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 18inFebPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 9inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 5inDecPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 10in
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Moss is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 904 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 75 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 95 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 46 mm. That's 50 mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 141cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 45cm.Moss is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 3.7 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.8 in. That's 2 in 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 56in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 18in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Moss is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Moss is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb0°32°F
Mar3°37°F
Apr7°45°F
May13°55°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep14°56°F
Oct8°46°F
Nov3°38°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Moss is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 86 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Moss is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moss 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moss based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-4 °C25 °F
1 °C33 °F
12 km/h7 mph
77 mm3 in
45 cm18 in
Feb
-3 °C27 °F
3 °C37 °F
12 km/h7 mph
61 mm2.4 in
27 cm11 in
Mar
-1 °C30 °F
7 °C44 °F
11 km/h7 mph
55 mm2.2 in
24 cm9 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
12 °C53 °F
11 km/h7 mph
46 mm1.8 in
4 cm2 in
May
7 °C45 °F
17 °C63 °F
10 km/h6 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
21 °C71 °F
10 km/h6 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C56 °F
23 °C73 °F
10 km/h6 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
21 °C69 °F
10 km/h7 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
17 °C63 °F
11 km/h7 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
11 °C52 °F
12 km/h7 mph
95 mm3.8 in
3 cm1 in
Nov
1 °C34 °F
5 °C42 °F
12 km/h7 mph
84 mm3.3 in
12 cm5 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
2 °C35 °F
11 km/h7 mph
78 mm3.1 in
26 cm10 in