i Stavanger
Norway
The best months to visit are June–August.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 16°C (61°F).
July is the hottest month, with highs around 18°C (65°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around -1°C (29°F).
The wettest month is November, with rain on about 26 days.
June is the sunniest month, with about 7.1 hours of sunshine a day.
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Best time to visit Stavanger
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 4° | 4° | 6° | 9° | 14° | 17° | 18° | 18° | 15° | 11° | 7° | 5° |
| Average low | -1° | -1° | 0° | 2° | 6° | 9° | 11° | 11° | 9° | 6° | 2° | 0° |
| Sea temperature | 6° | 5° | 5° | 6° | 9° | 12° | 15° | 16° | 15° | 12° | 10° | 7° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 111 | 89 | 87 | 57 | 62 | 74 | 92 | 119 | 151 | 161 | 147 | 136 |
| Rain days | 22 | 17 | 19 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 24 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 0.7 | 1.7 | 2.9 | 4.9 | 6.3 | 7.1 | 6.4 | 5.4 | 3.4 | 2.3 | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Daylight (h) | 6.9 | 9.2 | 11.6 | 14.4 | 16.9 | 18.4 | 17.8 | 15.5 | 12.7 | 10.1 | 7.6 | 6.2 |
| Humidity (%) | 82 | 81 | 78 | 77 | 75 | 78 | 78 | 80 | 80 | 81 | 82 | 82 |
| Wind (km/h) | 21 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 21 |
| Go score | 0 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 38 | 47 | 51 | 50 | 34 | 20 | 5 | 0 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Stavanger: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Stavanger: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1.1 m
Swimming seasonThe sea rarely gets above 21 °C here.
Average sea temperature by month
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Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Stavanger: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Norwegian Krone
NOK · kr
1 USD ≈ 9.504 NOK
- Languages
- Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, smi
- Calling code
- +47
- Meal, casual restaurantNOK 200≈ $21.00
- CappuccinoNOK 46.00≈ $4.90
- Beer (0.5 l)NOK 69.00≈ $7.30
- Bottled water (1.5 l)NOK 20.00≈ $2.10
- Taxi, 5 kmNOK 145≈ $15.00
- Public transport ticketNOK 27.00≈ $2.80
- Mid-range hotel, per nightNOK 1,550≈ $160
Estimated from Norway’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 96% of US levels.
- Dec 24Christmas Eve
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Stavanger
Nearest airports
- SVGStavanger Airport, SolaStavanger12 km
- HAUHaugesund Airport, KarmøyKarmøy51 km
- SRPStord Airport, SørstokkenLeirvik94 km
- BGOBergen Airport, FleslandBergen150 km
Distances
- Oslo302 km 5 h 14
- Bergen160 km 2 h 46
- Trondheim555 km 9 h 37 · 1 h 22
- Kristiansand160 km 2 h 46
- Drammen268 km 4 h 38
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Hotels in Stavanger
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Stavanger?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Stavanger is June–August.
What is the weather like in Stavanger in October?
In October, Stavanger averages a high of 11°C (53°F) and a low of 6°C (42°F), with 161 mm of rain on about 24 days.
How warm is the sea in Stavanger?
The sea is warmest in August (about 16°C (61°F)). Swimming season: —.
What is the rainiest month in Stavanger?
November, with rain on about 26 days.
What is the nearest airport to Stavanger?
Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG), about 12 km away.
What power plugs are used in Norway?
Plug types C, F, 230 V.
What currency is used in Norway?
Norwegian Krone (NOK).
What is the emergency number in Norway?
112.
Is Norway safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Stavanger most crowded?
The busiest months are July.
When is Stavanger least crowded?
The quietest months are October–April.
What time zone is Stavanger in?
Europe/Oslo (UTC+2).
What is the population of Stavanger?
About 151,669.