The best times to visit Horten for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Horten Travel Info

Weather in Horten

Temperature

Average temperatures in Horten vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th 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 Horten, 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 71.4°F (21.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.8°F (13.8°C) at night.

Horten Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Horten 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.

Horten Perceived Temperature (F)

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Horten Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Horten 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 32.1 27.7 22.2
Feb 33.7 28.7 23.1
Mar 42.4 35.6 28.7
Apr 51.6 43.7 35.3
May 59.7 52.1 43.5
Jun 66.7 59.2 50.9
Jul 70.2 63.1 55.7
Aug 68 60.8 53.4
Sep 61.6 54.4 47
Oct 50.9 45.1 38.8
Nov 41.8 37.6 32.3
Dec 34.6 30.2 24.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.1 -2.4 -5.4
Feb 0.9 -1.8 -4.9
Mar 5.8 2 -1.8
Apr 10.9 6.5 1.8
May 15.4 11.2 6.4
Jun 19.3 15.1 10.5
Jul 21.2 17.3 13.2
Aug 20 16 11.9
Sep 16.4 12.4 8.3
Oct 10.5 7.3 3.8
Nov 5.4 3.1 0.2
Dec 1.4 -1 -4.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Horten are March, April, and then June. 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 late October to early November with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 29th.

When can you find snow in Horten? 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 Horten.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Horten (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 20% 0 2.3
Feb 18% 0 1.7
Mar 13% 0 1.4
Apr 14% 0 1.6
May 21% 0 2.2
Jun 17% 0 2
Jul 23% 0 3.1
Aug 31% 0 4.2
Sep 21% 0 3.3
Oct 22% 0 4
Nov 27% 0 3.5
Dec 19% 0 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 5.8
Feb 18 0 4.3
Mar 13 0 3.6
Apr 14 0 4.1
May 21 0 5.6
Jun 17 0 5.1
Jul 23 0 7.9
Aug 31 0 10.7
Sep 21 0 8.4
Oct 22 0 10.2
Nov 27 0 8.9
Dec 19 0 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Horten has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (59.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (83.4%).

Wind in Horten is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by November and January. May’s average wind speed of around 7 knots (8 MPH or 12.9 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 October where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.7 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 6.4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Mar 6.6 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 7 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.7 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Aug 6.2 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 6.5 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 6.9 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Dec 6.7 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 81.6%
Feb 80.4%
Mar 66.9%
Apr 60.3%
May 60.5%
Jun 59.3%
Jul 67.4%
Aug 71.1%
Sep 71.7%
Oct 76.4%
Nov 81.3%
Dec 83.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Horten?

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 Horten, 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 Horten 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 somewhat 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 Horten Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 66.3°F (19.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 6 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Horten, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 64.5°F (18.1°C) and 38°F (3.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 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 Horten to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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