The climate of 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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Hammerfest, Norway.
Temperature records
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.
Precipitation and snowfall
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.
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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 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Hammerfest, Norway. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Hammerfest
Yearly Temperature in Hammerfest
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Hammerfest, Norway. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Hammerfest
Total Yearly Precipitation in Hammerfest
Average Snowfall per Month in Hammerfest
Total Yearly Snowfall in Hammerfest
UV index chart
This chart 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.
Average UV Index per Month in Hammerfest
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.
You need to pack well. The northern lights are breathtaking, but the harsh weather is not for everyone.
The days were short, cold and sometimes it snowed. The northern lights were definitely a plus. However, unpredictable weather conditions can be a problem.
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.
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.
Despite the rainy days, the midnight sun made up for everything. Don't forget your sunglasses!
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.
Snowstorms often disrupted the days. Not ideal for a vacation, but the northern lights experience was unforgettable.
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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.