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Kristiansand, Agder Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kristiansand, Agder?
Kristiansand, Agder gets 1371 mm of precipitation a year over about 178 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).
Oceanic climate
Kristiansand, Agder has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 21°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 | -3° | 3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 2° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 20° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 5° | 12° |
How much rain does Kristiansand get?
Kristiansand gets 1371 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 178 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of Norway.
October is the wettest month, with 166 mm. April is the driest, with 68 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 19.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 31 days, to May 20, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Kristiansand got 1289 mm of rain, against a normal of 1371 mm for those months. December 2025 had the most, with 210 mm.
Kristiansand weather by month
Kristiansand weather in January
In January, Kristiansand averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 147 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 14°C (1973) and the record low is -28°C (1982).
Kristiansand weather in February
In February, Kristiansand averages a high of 4°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (2021) and the record low is -24°C (1970).
Kristiansand weather in March
In March, Kristiansand averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 22°C (2012) and the record low is -20°C (1971).
Kristiansand weather in April
In April, Kristiansand averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 24°C (1993) and the record low is -9°C (1970).
Kristiansand weather in May
In May, Kristiansand averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 26°C (1990) and the record low is -4°C (1981).
Kristiansand weather in June
In June, Kristiansand averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 31°C (2018) and the record low is 0°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kristiansand weather in July
In July, Kristiansand averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 31°C (2026) and the record low is 4°C (1992). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kristiansand weather in August
In August, Kristiansand averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 33°C (1975) and the record low is 2°C (1973). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kristiansand weather in September
In September, Kristiansand averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -2°C (1993).
Kristiansand weather in October
In October, Kristiansand averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 166 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 21°C (1972) and the record low is -8°C (2003).
Kristiansand weather in November
In November, Kristiansand averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 163 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 17°C (2017) and the record low is -14°C (1973).
Kristiansand weather in December
In December, Kristiansand averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 149 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 13°C (2017) and the record low is -23°C (2010).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kristiansand
April is the sunniest month in Kristiansand, with estimated sunshine of 51% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 21%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Kristiansand is sunnier than 93% of Norway.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in April at 64%.
First and last freeze in Kristiansand
The first fall freeze in Kristiansand typically comes around October 11, and the last spring freeze around May 5. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 159 days.
Kristiansand weather records
These records cover KJEVIK during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Kristiansand station is 33°C, on August 11, 1975. The coldest is -28°C, on January 9, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 100 mm of precipitation, on September 30, 2017.
44 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 Kristiansand
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 4°C and lows near -3°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 2°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 5°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3° | 3° | 147 mm | 19 | 85% | 28% | 14° | -28° |
| February | -3° | 4° | 96 mm | 15 | 84% | 28% | 16° | -24° |
| March | -1° | 6° | 83 mm | 13 | 76% | 38% | 22° | -20° |
| April | 2° | 11° | 68 mm | 12 | 64% | 51% | 24° | -9° |
| May | 6° | 16° | 75 mm | 12 | 65% | 44% | 26° | -4° |
| June | 9° | 19° | 85 mm | 13 | 70% | 45% | 31° | 0° |
| July | 12° | 21° | 80 mm | 12 | 74% | 40% | 31° | 4° |
| August | 12° | 21° | 117 mm | 14 | 77% | 42% | 33° | 2° |
| September | 9° | 17° | 141 mm | 14 | 80% | 34% | 28° | -2° |
| October | 4° | 12° | 166 mm | 18 | 85% | 25% | 21° | -8° |
| November | 1° | 7° | 163 mm | 19 | 87% | 24% | 17° | -14° |
| December | -2° | 4° | 149 mm | 18 | 88% | 21% | 13° | -23° |
Station: KJEVIK, 7 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.
Kristiansand climate questions
How much rain does Kristiansand get?
Kristiansand gets 1371 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 178 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Kristiansand?
October is the wettest month in Kristiansand, with 166 mm. April is the driest, with 68 mm.
How many rainy days does Kristiansand have a year?
Kristiansand has about 178 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 19.
What is the hottest month in Kristiansand?
July is the warmest month in Kristiansand, with an average high of 21°C.
What is the coldest month in Kristiansand?
January is the coldest month in Kristiansand, with an average low of -3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Kristiansand?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Kristiansand station is 33°C, set on August 11, 1975. The record low is -28°C, on January 9, 1982.
What is the sunniest month in Kristiansand?
April is the sunniest month in Kristiansand, with estimated sunshine of 51% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Kristiansand?
The first fall freeze in Kristiansand typically comes around October 11. The last spring freeze is around May 5.
What is the best time to visit Kristiansand?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.