Climate Overview
The climate in Ørnes is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1677mm of precipitation falls per year. Ørnes receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ørnes 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 January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Ørnes experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Ørnes sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 15°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 0°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
Ørnes is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1677mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 140mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 189mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 88mm. That's 101mm 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. Ørnes receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 230cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 45cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ørnes is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/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 32km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 11km/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 31km/h in winter, 26km/h in spring, 23km/h in summer, 27km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ørnes, which began on March 20, 2026. Ørnes 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 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 8°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 323mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 364mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 501mm across the season with a monthly average of 167mm. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/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 489mm across the season with a monthly average of 163mm. Expect around 128cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/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 Ørnes 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.