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Drammen, Buskerud Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Drammen, Buskerud?
Drammen, Buskerud gets 1034 mm of precipitation a year over about 158 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 22°C) and January the coldest (average low -5°C).
Humid continental climate
Drammen, Buskerud has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 0°C in January to 22°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -5° | 1° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 2° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 21° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 9° |
How much rain does Drammen get?
Drammen gets 1034 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 158 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 71% of Norway.
October is the wettest month, with 115 mm. March is the driest, with 57 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 16.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to May 5, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Drammen got 930 mm of rain, against a normal of 1034 mm for those months. October 2025 had the most, with 203 mm.
Drammen weather by month
Drammen weather in January
In January, Drammen averages a high of 0°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 13°C (1973) and the record low is -24°C (1987).
Drammen weather in February
In February, Drammen averages a high of 1°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 14°C (2021) and the record low is -25°C (1985).
Drammen weather in March
In March, Drammen averages a high of 5°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 21°C (2012) and the record low is -18°C (1987).
Drammen weather in April
In April, Drammen averages a high of 10°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 24°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (1977).
Drammen weather in May
In May, Drammen averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 30°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1971).
Drammen weather in June
In June, Drammen averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 89 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 32°C (1988) and the record low is 1°C (1989). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Drammen weather in July
In July, Drammen averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 34°C (2018) and the record low is 5°C (1995). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Drammen weather in August
In August, Drammen averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (1975) and the record low is 4°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Drammen weather in September
In September, Drammen averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 27°C (1991) and the record low is -1°C (1986).
Drammen weather in October
In October, Drammen averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 115 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 22°C (1985) and the record low is -8°C (1992).
Drammen weather in November
In November, Drammen averages a high of 4°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (2020) and the record low is -12°C (1970).
Drammen weather in December
In December, Drammen averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 12°C (1991) and the record low is -20°C (1985).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Drammen
April is the sunniest month in Drammen, with estimated sunshine of 46% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. November is the cloudiest, at 19%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 34% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Drammen is sunnier than 90% of Norway.
Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in April at 59%.
First and last freeze in Drammen
The first fall freeze in Drammen typically comes around October 15, and the last spring freeze around April 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 169 days.
Drammen weather records
These records cover ASKER during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Drammen station is 34°C, on July 27, 2018. The coldest is -25°C, on February 10, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 85 mm of precipitation, on August 6, 2016.
46 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Drammen
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -5°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 2°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5° | 0° | 81 mm | 14 | 85% | 32% | 13° | -24° |
| February | -5° | 1° | 57 mm | 12 | 80% | 37% | 14° | -25° |
| March | -3° | 5° | 57 mm | 11 | 75% | 38% | 21° | -18° |
| April | 1° | 10° | 61 mm | 11 | 59% | 46% | 24° | -11° |
| May | 6° | 16° | 76 mm | 12 | 60% | 42% | 30° | -3° |
| June | 10° | 19° | 89 mm | 13 | 66% | 43% | 32° | 1° |
| July | 13° | 22° | 96 mm | 14 | 72% | 33% | 34° | 5° |
| August | 12° | 21° | 114 mm | 15 | 76% | 35% | 32° | 4° |
| September | 8° | 16° | 98 mm | 12 | 78% | 32% | 27° | -1° |
| October | 4° | 9° | 115 mm | 14 | 83% | 26% | 22° | -8° |
| November | -1° | 4° | 114 mm | 16 | 86% | 19% | 16° | -12° |
| December | -4° | 1° | 76 mm | 15 | 89% | 22% | 12° | -20° |
Station: ASKER, 18 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Drammen climate questions
How much rain does Drammen get?
Drammen gets 1034 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 158 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Drammen?
October is the wettest month in Drammen, with 115 mm. March is the driest, with 57 mm.
How many rainy days does Drammen have a year?
Drammen has about 158 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 16.
What is the hottest month in Drammen?
July is the warmest month in Drammen, with an average high of 22°C.
What is the coldest month in Drammen?
January is the coldest month in Drammen, with an average low of -5°C.
What is the record high temperature in Drammen?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Drammen station is 34°C, set on July 27, 2018. The record low is -25°C, on February 10, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Drammen?
April is the sunniest month in Drammen, with estimated sunshine of 46% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. November is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Drammen?
The first fall freeze in Drammen typically comes around October 15. The last spring freeze is around April 29.
What is the best time to visit Drammen?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.