The best times to visit Helgeland for ideal weather are

June 11th to August 26th

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

 

 


Other Helgeland Travel Info

Weather in Helgeland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Helgeland vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 17th 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 Helgeland, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 68.6°F (20.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 50.6°F (10.3°C) at night.

Helgeland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Helgeland 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.

Helgeland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Helgeland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Helgeland 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 27.9 22.8 17.3
Feb 30.1 24.1 17.8
Mar 38 31.2 24.2
Apr 44.7 38.2 31
May 54 46.8 37.8
Jun 60.5 53.7 44.9
Jul 66.7 59.4 51
Aug 64.6 56.3 47.5
Sep 55.9 48.7 41.8
Oct 44.9 39.3 33.8
Nov 35.2 30.9 26.1
Dec 31.6 26.2 20.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -2.3 -5.1 -8.2
Feb -1.1 -4.4 -7.9
Mar 3.3 -0.4 -4.3
Apr 7.1 3.4 -0.6
May 12.2 8.2 3.2
Jun 15.8 12.1 7.2
Jul 19.3 15.2 10.6
Aug 18.1 13.5 8.6
Sep 13.3 9.3 5.4
Oct 7.2 4.1 1
Nov 1.8 -0.6 -3.3
Dec -0.2 -3.2 -6.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Helgeland are June, May, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Helgeland? 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 Helgeland.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Helgeland (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 23% 0 3.4
Feb 27% 0 3.8
Mar 37% 0 5.4
Apr 28% 0 3.1
May 15% 0 1.5
Jun 12% 0 1.5
Jul 18% 0 1.9
Aug 15% 0 2.1
Sep 26% 0 3.5
Oct 31% 0 5
Nov 34% 0 5.4
Dec 37% 0 5.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 8.6
Feb 27 0 9.7
Mar 37 0 13.7
Apr 28 0 7.9
May 15 0 3.8
Jun 12 0 3.8
Jul 18 0 4.8
Aug 15 0 5.3
Sep 26 0 8.9
Oct 31 0 12.7
Nov 34 0 13.7
Dec 37 0 14.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Helgeland has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (56.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (82.6%).

Wind in Helgeland is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by May and June. March’s average wind speed of around 5.2 knots (6 MPH or 9.6 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 March where average top sustained speeds reach 12.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 4.2 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.2 Light breeze 11 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.7 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.3 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.7 Barely noticeable 8.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 4 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.7%
Feb 73.9%
Mar 65.6%
Apr 64.1%
May 56.8%
Jun 56.6%
Jul 62.8%
Aug 67.4%
Sep 75.8%
Oct 79.1%
Nov 82.6%
Dec 78.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Helgeland?

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 Helgeland, Norway 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 Helgeland 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 Helgeland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 34.8°F (1.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 11 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the least precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Helgeland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 32.8°F (0.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 10 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 Helgeland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 34.8°F (1.6°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 12 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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