Climate Overview
The climate in Sauda is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 2731mm of precipitation falls per year. Sauda receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sauda 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 -6°C. Sauda experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sauda 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 15°C with a mean of 11°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sauda is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2731mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 228mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 356mm of rainfall. January and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 122mm. That's 234mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Sauda receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 810cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 185cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Sauda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Sauda, which began on March 20, 2026. Sauda 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 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -5 to 8°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 456mm across the season with a monthly average of 152mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 557mm across the season with a monthly average of 186mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 774mm across the season with a monthly average of 258mm. Expect around 110cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to -1°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 944mm across the season with a monthly average of 315mm. Expect around 500cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Sauda 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.
