The climate of Geilo
According to shopareview, Geilo is located in the middle of the southern part of Norway, on the Ustedalsfjorden. It is a mountain village that is particularly known for its winter sports activities. There are also several ski slopes, some of which are illuminated even at night. Snowboarders and kite skiers will also get their money’s worth. For those who prefer not to ski, a horse-drawn sleigh ride is a great way to view the beautiful snowy landscape. In the summer months you can enjoy walking in Geilo.
According to shoppingpicks, at an altitude of 810 meters, the average annual temperature is a lot lower than in the rest of Norway, namely 1 °C. Geilo has, because it is a lot higher, a polar climate. Extreme cold can occur, especially in the winter months. Dry winds from the coast can also cause the temperature to rise again just as suddenly. The warm air that is then supplied can sometimes cause a temperature difference of more than 20 °C.
Climate figures
The figures below are based on long-term average climate statistics. The temperatures are displayed in degrees Celsius (°C).
| maximum temperature | minimum temperature | hours of sunshine per day | days of rainfall per month | amount of precipitation per month | |
| January | -7℃ | -13℃ | 1 | 16 | |
| February | -4℃ | -11℃ | 2 | 15 | |
| March | 2℃ | -9℃ | 4 | 14 | |
| April | 6℃ | -3℃ | 6 | 11 | |
| May | 14℃ | 2℃ | 7 | 14 | |
| June | 18℃ | 7℃ | 8 | 16 | |
| July | 19℃ | 8℃ | 7 | 19 | |
| August | 18℃ | 8℃ | 6 | 19 | |
| September | 14℃ | 4℃ | 4 | 16 | |
| October | 8℃ | 1℃ | 3 | 17 | |
| November | 1℃ | -5℃ | 1 | 15 | |
| December | -5℃ | -10℃ | 1 | 16 |
The weather in Geilo
Here you will find the weather forecast for Geilo. View the current weather in Geilo and the forecast for the coming days, such as temperatures, the chance of precipitation, the wind direction and the wind strength. With this weather data you can see what kind of weather you can expect in Geilo. Based on the climate statistics, we describe the weather per month in Geilo. This is not a long-term forecast, but gives the average weather forecast for all months of the year. Do you want to see the detailed weather forecast for Geilo? On the page with extra weather information we show the chance of snow, the wind chill, visibility, UV strength, air pressure and more good weather information.
An average weather picture per month can be compiled on the basis of long-term climate statistics, certain weather patterns and specific events.
The weather in January
In January, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around -7 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in January is -13 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in January at this destination is around 1 hour per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 16 days. If you look at the long-term averages, that means that there will not be much precipitation this month.
The weather in February
In the month of February, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around -4 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in February is -11 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in February at this destination is around 2 hours per day. Within the whole month there is rainfall for about 15 days. If you look at the long-term averages, that means that there will not be much precipitation this month.
The weather in March
In the month of March, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 2 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in March is -9 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in March at this destination is around 4 hours per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 14 days. If you look at the long-term averages, that means that there will not be much precipitation this month.
The weather in April
In the month of April, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 6 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in April is -3 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in April at this destination is around 6 hours per day. Within the whole month there is rainfall for about 11 days. If you look at the long-term averages, that means that there will not be much precipitation this month.
The weather in May
In the month of May, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 14 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in May is 2 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in May in this destination is around 7 hours per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 14 days. If you look at the long-term averages, that means that there will not be much precipitation this month.
The weather in June
In the month of June, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 18 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in June is 7 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in June at this destination is around 8 hours per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 16 days. If you look at the long-term averages, this ensures a reasonable amount of precipitation during this month.
The weather in July
In the month of July, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 19 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in July is 8 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in July at this destination is around 7 hours per day. Within the entire month there is precipitation for about 19 days. If you look at the long-term averages, this ensures a reasonable amount of precipitation during this month.
The weather in August
In the month of August, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 18 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in August is 8 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in August in this destination is around 6 hours per day. Within the entire month there is precipitation for about 19 days. If you look at the long-term averages, this ensures a reasonable amount of precipitation during this month.
The weather in September
In September, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 14 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in September is 4 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in September at this destination is around 4 hours per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 16 days. If you look at the long-term averages, this ensures a reasonable amount of precipitation during this month.
The weather in October
In October, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 8 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in October is 1 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in October at this destination is around 3 hours per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 17 days. If you look at the long-term averages, this ensures a reasonable amount of precipitation during this month.
The weather in November
In November, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around 1 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in November is -5 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in November at this destination is around 1 hour per day. Within the whole month there is rainfall for about 15 days. If you look at the long-term averages, this ensures a reasonable amount of precipitation during this month.
The weather in December
In December, the average maximum temperature in Geilo is around -5 degrees Celsius. The average minimum temperature in December is -10 degrees. The number of hours that the sun is visible in December at this destination is around 1 hour per day. Within the whole month there is precipitation for about 16 days. If you look at the long-term averages, that means that there will not be much precipitation this month.
