Climate of Finnmark, Norway
Area-weighted average across Finnmark. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Finnmark, a subdivision of Norway, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -11.1°C / 12°F in January to 11.4°C / 52.5°F in July, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in to 64 mm / 2.5 in depending on the season (520 mm / 20.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11.1°C12°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -10.7°C12.7°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| March | -7.6°C18.3°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| April | -3.6°C25.5°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| May | 1.9°C35.4°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| June | 7.8°C46°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| July | 11.4°C52.5°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| August | 9.7°C49.5°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| September | 5.1°C41.2°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| October | -0.8°C30.6°F | 52 mm2″ | Snowy |
| November | -6.8°C19.8°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| December | -9.6°C14.7°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Finnmark?
Finnmark, Norway does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 11.4°C / 52.5°F, and the driest is February at 31 mm / 1.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Finnmark?
Finnmark, Norway has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -11.1°C / 12°F in January to 11.4°C / 52.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 520 mm / 20.5 in, with the wettest month being July (64 mm / 2.5 in) and the driest February (31 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Finnmark?
The hottest month in Finnmark is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.4°C / 52.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Finnmark?
The coldest month in Finnmark is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -11.1°C / 12°F.
When does it rain most in Finnmark?
The wettest month in Finnmark is July, averaging about 64 mm / 2.5 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 31 mm / 1.2 in.