Climate Overview
The climate in Sandane is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 2420mm of precipitation falls per year. Sandane receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sandane 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 -5°C. Sandane experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sandane vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sandane is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2420mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 202mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 279mm of rainfall. January and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 116mm. That's 163mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Sandane receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 788cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 165cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Sandane is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/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
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Sandane, which began on March 20, 2026. Sandane 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 423mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 577mm across the season with a monthly average of 192mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 668mm across the season with a monthly average of 223mm. Expect around 134cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 753mm across the season with a monthly average of 251mm. Expect around 439cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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 Sandane 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.