Climate Overview
The climate in Vadsø is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 491mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 66mm of rainfall. Vadsø 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 -13°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 142cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Vadsø vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Vadsø is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 491mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 66mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 26mm. That's 41mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 142cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 25cm.
Wind
Vadsø is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Vadsø, which began on March 20, 2026. Vadsø 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 -13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 105mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 180mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 117mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -13 to -5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Expect around 67cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vadsø 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.
