The best times to visit Namsos for ideal weather are

May 28th 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 Namsos Travel Info

Weather in Namsos

Temperature

Average temperatures in Namsos vary drastically. 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 18th 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 Namsos, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 74.2°F (23.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.8°F (12.1°C) at night.

Namsos Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Namsos 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.

Namsos Perceived Temperature (F)

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Namsos Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Namsos 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 31.7 28.9 24.2
Feb 30.4 26.4 20.4
Mar 39.1 33 25.6
Apr 46.7 41.2 33.9
May 54 48.3 39.2
Jun 64 57.4 46.5
Jul 68.1 61.7 51.7
Aug 62.9 56.6 48.8
Sep 53.1 47.5 41.2
Oct 44.9 41 36.8
Nov 35.1 32.3 28
Dec 32.1 29.9 25.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -0.2 -1.7 -4.3
Feb -0.9 -3.1 -6.4
Mar 3.9 0.6 -3.6
Apr 8.2 5.1 1.1
May 12.2 9.1 4
Jun 17.8 14.1 8.1
Jul 20.1 16.5 10.9
Aug 17.2 13.7 9.3
Sep 11.7 8.6 5.1
Oct 7.2 5 2.7
Nov 1.7 0.2 -2.2
Dec 0.1 -1.2 -3.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Namsos are June, March, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid March. For example, on the week of March 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid October with an average of 6 days of significant precipitation the week of October 8th.

When can you find snow in Namsos? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Namsos is often around around November 19th 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 Namsos.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Namsos (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 51% 5.9 4.9
Feb 34% 5.4 3.5
Mar 23% 6.9 3
Apr 27% 5 2.9
May 26% 0 2.4
Jun 19% 0 2.4
Jul 25% 0 3
Aug 43% 0 3.8
Sep 31% 0 4.1
Oct 48% 0.4 6.2
Nov 58% 8.2 7.4
Dec 36% 10.8 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 51 15 12.4
Feb 34 13.7 8.9
Mar 23 17.5 7.6
Apr 27 12.7 7.4
May 26 0 6.1
Jun 19 0 6.1
Jul 25 0 7.6
Aug 43 0 9.7
Sep 31 0 10.4
Oct 48 1 15.7
Nov 58 20.8 18.8
Dec 36 27.4 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Namsos has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (59% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (92.3%).

Wind in Namsos is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and September. January’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 mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.7 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7 Gentle breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Feb 6.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Mar 5.8 Light breeze 9.9 Significant breeze
Apr 5.6 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
May 5.4 Light breeze 8.4 Significant breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 7.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 7.6 Significant breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Sep 6.3 Light breeze 9.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.1 Light breeze 7.2 Significant breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 86.5%
Feb 82.5%
Mar 74.1%
Apr 73.9%
May 69.9%
Jun 59%
Jul 61.4%
Aug 70.5%
Sep 76.3%
Oct 87.4%
Nov 92.2%
Dec 92.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Namsos?

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 Namsos, 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 Namsos 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 Namsos Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 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 moderate precipitation with 6 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Namsos, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 55°F (12.8°C) and 30.5°F (-0.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 9 to 17 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 Namsos to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 37.4°F (3°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 16 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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