Stavanger weather and climate
Stavanger weather and climate
Day
5 °C
Night
1 °C
Sea
7 °C
Precipitation
136 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
6 hours
average
Sunshine
1 hours
average
Humidity
82 %
Day
5 °C
Night
1 °C
Sea
7 °C
Precipitation
136 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
6 hours
average
Sunshine
1 hours
average
Humidity
82 %
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Weather overview for Stavanger
Weather overview
Stavanger (Norway) in general has a cold climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 3.7 °C (38.7 °F) in February to 17.7 °C (63.9 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in August with 13.0 °C (55.4 °F), the lowest in February with 0.0 °C (32.0 °F). The least rainy month in Stavanger is June with its 11 days of rain, the rainiest month is October, when it rains 18 days.
January weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 3.9 °C (39.0 °F) in Stavanger, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 5.8 °C (42.4 °F). The wet season is close to its peak this month. The night temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 0.3 °C (32.5 °F). The rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 129 mm (5.06 in). The wind speed is on its maximum, its value is 5.5.
February weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 3.7 °C (38.7 °F) in Stavanger, while the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 4.9 °C (40.8 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 101 mm (3.97 in), while the number of rainy days starts to descent in February. The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed in February. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in this month.
March weather
The sea temperature is on its minimum, its value is 4.7 °C (40.4 °F) in Stavanger, while the day temperature starts to rise. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 14 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, its value is 94 mm (3.70 in). The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value of 1.2 °C (34.2 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 3 hours.
April weather
The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 5.7 °C (42.3 °F) in Stavanger, while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 8.6 °C (47.5 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 12 days, while the minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, the value of this measure is 63 mm (2.50 in). The night temperature continues to rise, with its value being 4.1 °C (39.4 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 5 hours.
May weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 13.1 °C (55.6 °F) in Stavanger, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 8.5 °C (47.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 7.5 °C (45.5 °F). The humidity reaches its minimum, its value is 75 %.
June weather
The sea temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 11.6 °C (52.8 °F) in Stavanger, and the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 15.3 °C (59.5 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 72 mm (2.85 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, with its value of 7 hours. The day length is on its maximum in June.
July weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in Stavanger. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, its value is 17.7 °C (63.9 °F), while the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 14.6 °C (58.2 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise, the value of this measure is 13 days, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 96 mm (3.77 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month.
August weather
The sea temperature reaches its maximum, its value is 15.9 °C (60.5 °F) in Stavanger, and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well. The tourist season is close to its peak. The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 130 mm (5.11 in), and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed too, with its value of 15 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 5 hours.
September weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed in Stavanger, and the sea temperature descent's start could be observed too, with its value being 14.4 °C (57.8 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 17 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value being 141 mm (5.55 in). The night temperature starts to descent in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 3 hours.
October weather
The wet season is at its beginning in October in Stavanger. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 10.9 °C (51.6 °F), and the sea temperature continues to descent as well, with its value of 11.9 °C (53.3 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, its value is 18 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed as well in October. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
November weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 7.3 °C (45.1 °F) in Stavanger, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 9.3 °C (48.7 °F). The wet season is taking place in November. The night temperature continues to descent, with its value of 3.9 °C (39.0 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 1 hours. The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in November.
December weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 4.5 °C (40.1 °F) in Stavanger, and the sea temperature continues to descent too, with its value of 7.3 °C (45.1 °F). There is pending wet season. The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 136 mm (5.36 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 1 hours. The descent of the night temperature can be observed.
FAQs
What is the night temperature in May in Stavanger?
The average night temperature in Stavanger in May is 7.5 °C (45.5 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
What is the average number of rainy days in June in Stavanger?
In Stavanger in June, we can expect 11 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.7 days of the week, or in general - 38 % days.
Is July part of the wet season in Stavanger?
No, there is no wet season in Stavanger in July - you can expect 13 days of rain during the month.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Stavanger in August?
The average daily temperature in Stavanger in August is 17.5 °C (63.5 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.
Are there good conditions to visit in September in Stavanger?
Stavanger can be visited in September - the weather will be moderate. A relatively low temperature of 14.7 °C (58.5 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 10.6 °C (51.1 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.