When is the best time to go to Arendal?

When is the best time to go to Arendal? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Arendal are June, July, August and September
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • February is the coldest month of the year
  • The rainiest months are January, August, October, November and December
  • The best months for swimming are July and August


Annual weather in Arendal

For full information about the climate and weather in Arendal a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 32°F/36°F
5.9in
February 31°F/36°F
5.3in
March 34°F/41°F
4in
April 41°F/49°F
2.2in
May 50°F/58°F
4.2in
June 58°F/65°F
3.8in
July 61°F/68°F
4.3in
August 59°F/67°F
5.9in
September 54°F/61°F
5.7in
October 47°F/52°F
7.3in
November 41°F/45°F
6.9in
December 36°F/40°F
6.8in


Weather and climate in Arendal

Arendal enjoys a temperate oceanic climate (with warm summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Arendal is 52°F (ranging from 36°F in february to 68°F in july). Annual rainfall is 62in, with a minimum of 2.2in in april and a maximum of 7.3in in october.
  • Between the months of january and march the climate is the worst possible. At lunchtime, it's 41°F in average and it rains about 19% of the time in march.
  • In april the climate is bad. At lunchtime, it's 49°F in average and, in april, 3 days of rain are expected.
  • In the month of may the climate is passable, but still OK. By early evening, the temperature averages 54°F and it rains about 4.2in each month.
  • Between june and august the climate is good. At lunchtime, it's 67°F in average and it rains about 5.9in each month.
  • In september the climate is correct. At lunchtime, it's 61°F in average and it rains in september about 5.7in.
  • In october the climate is not good. It is for example 52°F as maximum temperature in october.
  • Between november and december the climate is very bad. the thermometer goes up to 40°F°C and it rains about 6.8in each month.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Arendal

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Arendal: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Arendal

Find out when Arendal has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Arendal

  • Very low season in Arendal
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
  • Low season in Arendal
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: May and September.
  • High season in Arendal
    The number of visitors to Arendal is high in: June and August.
  • Peak season in Arendal
    The largest number of tourists visiting Arendal is during: July.

Figure: Visitor index for Arendal month by month



Best time for low prices in Arendal

Average prices of hotels in Arendal month by month

Generally, December is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Arendal. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, July is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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