The best times to visit Harjedalen for ideal weather are

February 5th to April 29th

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

 

 


Other Harjedalen Travel Info

Weather in Harjedalen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Harjedalen vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 14th 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 Harjedalen, 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 68.4°F (20.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 46.1°F (7.8°C) at night.

Harjedalen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Harjedalen 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.

Harjedalen Perceived Temperature (F)

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Harjedalen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Harjedalen 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 24.7 16.6 5.3
Feb 26.2 17.2 5.2
Mar 34.2 25.2 13.3
Apr 43.6 34.4 23.6
May 53.6 43.7 32.8
Jun 61.1 50.9 39.5
Jul 66.2 55.7 44.9
Aug 62.5 52.2 41.4
Sep 54.3 44.5 34.1
Oct 43.4 35.4 26.7
Nov 33.6 27.4 19.3
Dec 24.7 16.5 5.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -4.1 -8.6 -14.8
Feb -3.2 -8.2 -14.9
Mar 1.2 -3.8 -10.4
Apr 6.4 1.3 -4.7
May 12 6.5 0.4
Jun 16.2 10.5 4.2
Jul 19 13.2 7.2
Aug 16.9 11.2 5.2
Sep 12.4 6.9 1.2
Oct 6.3 1.9 -2.9
Nov 0.9 -2.6 -7.1
Dec -4.1 -8.6 -14.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Harjedalen are March, April, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Harjedalen? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Harjedalen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Harjedalen (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 14% 0 1.2
Feb 10% 0 0.9
Mar 9% 0 0.8
Apr 10% 0 0.7
May 22% 0 2.5
Jun 29% 0 3.5
Jul 32% 0 3.6
Aug 30% 0 3.4
Sep 17% 0 1.9
Oct 16% 0 1.9
Nov 15% 0 1.4
Dec 15% 0 1.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 0 3
Feb 10 0 2.3
Mar 9 0 2
Apr 10 0 1.8
May 22 0 6.4
Jun 29 0 8.9
Jul 32 0 9.1
Aug 30 0 8.6
Sep 17 0 4.8
Oct 16 0 4.8
Nov 15 0 3.6
Dec 15 0 3

 

Humidity and Wind

Harjedalen has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (62% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (86.9%).

Wind in Harjedalen is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 5.5 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 11.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.4 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.5 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.5 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.9 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.3 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.4 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.1 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.9 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 80.9%
Feb 76.9%
Mar 67.4%
Apr 62%
May 62.6%
Jun 63.4%
Jul 71.5%
Aug 77.4%
Sep 76.7%
Oct 80%
Nov 86.9%
Dec 82.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Harjedalen?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Sweden; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Harjedalen, Sweden is August, followed by April and May. 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 Harjedalen in October. 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 61.1 in October means 61.1% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Harjedalen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 60°F (15.6°C) and 31.7°F (-0.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 7 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 9 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Harjedalen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 27.2°F (-2.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Harjedalen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 31.7°F (-0.2°C) and 22°F (-5.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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