The best times to visit Kristiansand for ideal weather are

June 4th to September 9th

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

 

 


Other Kristiansand Travel Info

Weather in Kristiansand

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kristiansand 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 19th 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 Kristiansand, 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 70.7°F (21.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.3°F (12.4°C) at night.

Kristiansand Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kristiansand 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.

Kristiansand Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kristiansand Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kristiansand 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 36.2 31.2 24.9
Feb 37.5 31.7 25.4
Mar 44.8 37.5 29.7
Apr 52.2 44 35.1
May 59.1 51.4 41.8
Jun 66 58.2 48.5
Jul 69.4 62.1 53.7
Aug 67.5 60.3 52.1
Sep 61.9 54.6 46.7
Oct 52.7 46.3 39
Nov 45 39.5 33.1
Dec 38.1 32.6 25.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.3 -0.4 -3.9
Feb 3.1 -0.2 -3.7
Mar 7.1 3.1 -1.3
Apr 11.2 6.7 1.7
May 15.1 10.8 5.4
Jun 18.9 14.6 9.2
Jul 20.8 16.7 12.1
Aug 19.7 15.7 11.2
Sep 16.6 12.6 8.2
Oct 11.5 7.9 3.9
Nov 7.2 4.2 0.6
Dec 3.4 0.3 -3.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kristiansand are April, March, 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 is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Kristiansand? 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 Kristiansand.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kristiansand (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 34% 0 7.9
Feb 23% 0 1.9
Mar 17% 0 2.4
Apr 15% 0 1.9
May 19% 0 2.5
Jun 22% 0 3.1
Jul 21% 0 3.4
Aug 29% 0 4.3
Sep 24% 0 6.2
Oct 32% 0 6.1
Nov 41% 0 6.6
Dec 40% 0 6.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 0 20.1
Feb 23 0 4.8
Mar 17 0 6.1
Apr 15 0 4.8
May 19 0 6.4
Jun 22 0 7.9
Jul 21 0 8.6
Aug 29 0 10.9
Sep 24 0 15.7
Oct 32 0 15.5
Nov 41 0 16.8
Dec 40 0 16.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Kristiansand has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (59.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (82%).

Wind in Kristiansand is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by November and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.6 MPH or 15.5 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 early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Feb 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Apr 6.9 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
May 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Jun 7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jul 6.7 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6.8 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Sep 7 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.7 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 78.3%
Feb 76.9%
Mar 67.3%
Apr 62.1%
May 61.8%
Jun 59.4%
Jul 67%
Aug 70.8%
Sep 73.3%
Oct 76%
Nov 78.9%
Dec 82%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kristiansand?

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 Kristiansand, Norway is March, followed by June and July. 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 Kristiansand 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 1.1 in October means 1.1% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Kristiansand Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65°F (18.3°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°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 moderate precipitation with 7 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Kristiansand, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 64.3°F (17.9°C) and 40.9°F (4.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 12 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 Kristiansand to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 34.6°F (1.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 12 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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