Climate guide for Stavanger, Norway

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About Stavanger

Stavanger combines charm, maritime heritage, and world-class hiking. The city features Old Stavanger (Gamle Stavanger) with 18th-century white wooden homes, while nearby Lysefjord offers legendary hikes to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) towering 604m above the fjord, and Kjeragbolten boulder.

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Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Stavanger, Norway?
The best months to visit Stavanger are May, June, July, August, September. May is the single peak month with a climate score of 7.9/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.
What is the weather like in Stavanger year-round?
Stavanger has a nature and wildlife climate profile. Average monthly temperatures range from 2°C in January to 26°C in July, with climate scores between 5.2 and 7.9 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Stavanger?
The lowest-scoring months in Stavanger are January (5.2/10), February (5.2/10), March (5.2/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Stavanger?
January is the wettest month in Stavanger, averaging about 140 mm of rainfall. May is the driest, at roughly 100 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Stavanger?
May sees the most sun in Stavanger, with about 18 sunny days on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Stavanger good for nature and wildlife travel?
Stavanger is profiled as a nature and wildlife destination in Rogaland, Norway. Its highest-scoring window (May, June, July, August, September) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Stavanger calculated?
Each month is rated 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Stavanger: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days - weighted for a nature and wildlife trip.

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