The best times to visit Ardal for ideal weather are

March 26th to April 22nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ardal Travel Info

Weather in Ardal

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ardal vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 8th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ardal, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 63.2°F (17.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 42.2°F (5.7°C) at night.

Ardal Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ardal Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ardal Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ardal Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ardal Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 20.8 14.5 6
Feb 24.9 17.9 8.6
Mar 31.2 23.2 12.6
Apr 37.9 28.7 18.3
May 46.5 38.2 29
Jun 55 46.3 35.3
Jul 60.1 51.4 41.5
Aug 57.3 48.7 38.7
Sep 51.7 43.3 34.2
Oct 40.4 33.1 25.6
Nov 30.4 24.3 16.2
Dec 25.1 18.3 9.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -6.2 -9.7 -14.4
Feb -3.9 -7.8 -13
Mar -0.4 -4.9 -10.8
Apr 3.3 -1.8 -7.6
May 8.1 3.4 -1.7
Jun 12.8 7.9 1.8
Jul 15.6 10.8 5.3
Aug 14.1 9.3 3.7
Sep 10.9 6.3 1.2
Oct 4.7 0.6 -3.6
Nov -0.9 -4.3 -8.8
Dec -3.8 -7.6 -12.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ardal are April, February, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Ardal? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to mid March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ardal is often around around March 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ardal.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ardal (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 21% 21.6 2
Feb 15% 27 1.3
Mar 18% 30 1.6
Apr 11% 26.3 1.2
May 17% 13.5 2.5
Jun 23% 0 2
Jul 23% 0 2.4
Aug 32% 0 3.4
Sep 25% 0 2.3
Oct 22% 6.8 2
Nov 23% 4.6 2.2
Dec 33% 10.6 3.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 54.9 5.1
Feb 15 68.6 3.3
Mar 18 76.2 4.1
Apr 11 66.8 3
May 17 34.3 6.4
Jun 23 0 5.1
Jul 23 0 6.1
Aug 32 0 8.6
Sep 25 0 5.8
Oct 22 17.3 5.1
Nov 23 11.7 5.6
Dec 33 26.9 9.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Ardal has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is June (62.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (81.8%).

Wind in Ardal is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 9.3 knots (10.7 MPH or 17.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late December where average top sustained speeds reach 18.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ardal.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.5 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Feb 8.7 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Mar 9.3 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Apr 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jun 6.5 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Aug 6 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Oct 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Nov 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Dec 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.7%
Feb 74.6%
Mar 69%
Apr 65.4%
May 64.4%
Jun 62.5%
Jul 69.4%
Aug 72.4%
Sep 74.4%
Oct 76.5%
Nov 81.8%
Dec 77.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ardal?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Norway; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 21, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ardal, Norway is May, followed by July and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ardal in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 65.1 in February means 65.1% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Ardal Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 29.9°F (-1.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Ardal, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 55°F (12.8°C) and 24.5°F (-4.2°C), which will feel very chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ardal to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 30.1°F (-1.1°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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