The best times to visit Kvam for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Kvam Travel Info

Weather in Kvam

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kvam 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 20th 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 Kvam, 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 71.3°F (21.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.1°F (13.9°C) at night.

Kvam Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kvam 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.

Kvam Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kvam Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kvam 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 37.7 34.7 31.6
Feb 38.2 34.6 31.3
Mar 44 38.8 34.8
Apr 51.9 44.4 38.8
May 60.2 51.4 44.8
Jun 67.1 57.9 51.1
Jul 69.3 61.2 55.5
Aug 67.1 59.5 54.4
Sep 59.9 54 49.9
Oct 51.3 46.9 43.4
Nov 44.3 41 37.7
Dec 38.9 35.9 32.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.2 1.5 -0.2
Feb 3.4 1.4 -0.4
Mar 6.7 3.8 1.6
Apr 11.1 6.9 3.8
May 15.7 10.8 7.1
Jun 19.5 14.4 10.6
Jul 20.7 16.2 13.1
Aug 19.5 15.3 12.4
Sep 15.5 12.2 9.9
Oct 10.7 8.3 6.3
Nov 6.8 5 3.2
Dec 3.8 2.2 0.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kvam are June, April, 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 early June. For example, on the week of June 4th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Kvam? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kvam is often around around February 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 Kvam.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kvam (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 45% 5.4 9.7
Feb 41% 7 6.7
Mar 40% 5.2 6.8
Apr 29% 1.1 4.7
May 30% 0.5 4.2
Jun 24% 0.4 3.2
Jul 37% 0.5 5
Aug 36% 0.4 5.1
Sep 42% 0.5 7.5
Oct 39% 0.7 8.7
Nov 45% 1 9.3
Dec 47% 2.5 10.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 45 13.7 24.6
Feb 41 17.8 17
Mar 40 13.2 17.3
Apr 29 2.8 11.9
May 30 1.3 10.7
Jun 24 1 8.1
Jul 37 1.3 12.7
Aug 36 1 13
Sep 42 1.3 19.1
Oct 39 1.8 22.1
Nov 45 2.5 23.6
Dec 47 6.4 26.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Kvam has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (58.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (73.7%).

Wind in Kvam is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 12.2 knots (14 MPH or 22.6 KPH) is considered “a moderate 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 23.5 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 12.2 Significant breeze 21.1 Strong breeze
Feb 9.8 Gentle breeze 17.5 Strong breeze
Mar 9.2 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Apr 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
May 7.3 Gentle breeze 14.6 Strong breeze
Jun 7 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 13.2 Strong breeze
Aug 6.5 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Sep 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.7 Strong breeze
Oct 9.1 Gentle breeze 16.5 Significant breeze
Nov 10.2 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Dec 10.2 Gentle breeze 18.7 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.1%
Feb 68.4%
Mar 64.1%
Apr 59.2%
May 58.6%
Jun 60%
Jul 69.7%
Aug 70.5%
Sep 73.7%
Oct 70.1%
Nov 69.7%
Dec 71.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kvam?

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 Kvam, 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 Kvam 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 Kvam Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65.2°F (18.4°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 9 to 12 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 least precipitation with 7 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Kvam, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 62.9°F (17.2°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 12 to 14 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 Kvam to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 11 to 15 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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