NorwayWhat’s the climate like in Hammerfest?
The current climate in Hammerfest features temperatures ranging from a high of 16°C to a low of -1°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 6°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -6°C and in the warmer months around 9°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Hammerfest in recent years was 29°C in July 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -14°C in January 2016.
On average, Hammerfest gets 572 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 241 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
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Best time to visit Hammerfest?
The best time to visit Hammerfest for mild to warm weather is July. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Hammerfest.
Climate Table of Hammerfest
The climate table of Hammerfest shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | -1 | -1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -6 | -5 | -4 | -1 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 2 | -1 | -4 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 53 | 62 | 73 | 47 | 39 | 41 | 23 | 37 | 33 | 42 | 66 | 56 |
| Snow (cm) | 33 | 38 | 59 | 23 | 10 | 0,7 | 0 | 0 | 0,4 | 11 | 26 | 40 |
| UV Index | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 6°C
- Highest temperature: 16°C in July
- Lowest temperature: -1°C in January and February
- Precipitation*: 572 mm per year, averaging 48 mm per month
- Snowfall: 241 cm per year
- Driest months: 23 mm in July, 33 mm in September and 37 mm in August
- Wettest months: 73 mm in March, 66 mm in November and 62 mm in February
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Hammerfest
Average Temperature per Month in Hammerfest
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Hammerfest, Norway. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Hammerfest
This graph shows how much rainfall Hammerfest, Norway, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Hammerfest
This graph shows how much snow Hammerfest, Norway, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Hammerfest
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Hammerfest, Norway. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Hammerfest
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Hammerfest, Norway. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Hammerfest
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Hammerfest, Norway, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Hammerfest
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Hammerfest, Norway, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Hammerfest
The weather in Hammerfest is rated an average of 3 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Hammerfest? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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You need to pack well. The northern lights are breathtaking, but the harsh weather is not for everyone.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were short, cold and sometimes it snowed. The northern lights were definitely a plus. However, unpredictable weather conditions can be a problem.— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite a few days of rain, there was plenty of sunshine and a clear blue sky, which made for beautiful photos. Don't expect summer temperatures, but the fresh air and spectacular scenery more than made up for it.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny days gave way to cool winds and rain. Lovely weather for reading a vacation book indoors, but less suitable for enjoying Norway's rugged nature.— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite the rainy days, the midnight sun made up for everything. Don't forget your sunglasses!— This text is automatically translated to English
December at Hammerfest was without a doubt an unforgettable experience. The extremely cold weather and almost constant darkness were difficult to get used to, but the northern lights were unreal and made up for everything.— This text is automatically translated to English
Snowstorms often disrupted the days. Not ideal for a vacation, but the northern lights experience was unforgettable.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Hammerfest by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hammerfest. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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