Town in Møre og Romsdal, Norway
Ålesund weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ålesund
May–Sep for fjord cruises, hikes and long light; Geiranger roads and ferries run fully in summer. Winter is mild but wet, windy and dark.
Ålesund weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°172 mm
- Feb3°147 mm
- Mar4°138 mm
- Apr8°105 mm
- May11°102 mm
- Jun14°116 mm
- Jul17°131 mm
- Aug17°155 mm
- Sep14°183 mm
- Oct10°152 mm
- Nov6°172 mm
- Dec4°194 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C38°F | 0°C33°F | 172 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| February | 3°C38°F | 0°C32°F | 147 mm | 86% | Cold |
| March | 4°C40°F | 1°C34°F | 138 mm | 84% | Cold |
| April | 8°C46°F | 4°C39°F | 105 mm | 82% | Cold |
| May | 11°C52°F | 7°C44°F | 102 mm | 80% | Cool |
| June | 14°C58°F | 10°C50°F | 116 mm | 81% | Cool |
| July | 17°C63°F | 12°C54°F | 131 mm | 83% | Cool |
| August | 17°C63°F | 13°C55°F | 155 mm | 83% | Cool |
| September | 14°C58°F | 10°C51°F | 183 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| October | 10°C50°F | 7°C44°F | 152 mm | 84% | Cold |
| November | 6°C43°F | 4°C38°F | 172 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| December | 4°C39°F | 1°C35°F | 194 mm | 87% | Rainy |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Ålesund?
May–Sep. May–Sep for fjord cruises, hikes and long light; Geiranger roads and ferries run fully in summer. Winter is mild but wet, windy and dark.
When is the rainy season in Ålesund?
Rain peaks in December with about 194 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Aug–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Ålesund?
August, with average highs of 17°C (63°F).
How cold does Ålesund get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 0°C (32°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Ålesund & Geirangerfjord
- Avinor Ålesund Airport
- Helse Møre og Romsdal
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.