June weather forecastHammerfest, Norway

June

Weather in June

June marks the arrival of summer in Hammerfest with the city experiencing extended daylight, known as the "midnight sun." The considerably warmer temperatures become more pronounced and the countryside remains snow-free. The significant drop in snowfall to just 18mm (0.71") solidifies the roots of the summer season. The weather in June is favorable for outdoor undertakings, making it one of the best months to visit Hammerfest.

Temperature

As Hammerfest transitions into June, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an icy 4.8°C (40.6°F) in May to a chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F). June nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Humidity

March and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Hammerfest, during June, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hammerfest, Norway, there are 126 rainfall days, and 490mm (19.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hammerfest are January through June, September through December. June is the last month it regularly snows in Hammerfest, Norway. During 2.5 snowfall days, in June, Hammerfest aggregates 18mm (0.71") of snow. In Hammerfest, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 928mm (36.54") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Hammerfest, the average seawater temperature in June is 8.3°C (46.9°F).
Note: Diving into 8.3°C (46.9°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in June in Hammerfest is 0.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in June is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in June translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

June temperatures in Hammerfest vary between a high-temperature of 8.7°C (47.7°F) and a low-temperature of 5.4°C (41.7°F).

March and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Hammerfest, Norway.

In Hammerfest, Norway, the average relative humidity in June is 79%.

In Hammerfest, Norway, during June, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

June is the last month it regularly snows in Hammerfest. During 2.5 snowfall days, in June, Hammerfest aggregates 18mm (0.71") of snow.

In Hammerfest, Norway, in June, the average water temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F). Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The months with the shortest days are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

The average day length in June is 0h and 0min.

In June, the average sunshine duration in Hammerfest, Norway, is 0.5h.

In June, the average daily maximum UV index in Hammerfest, Norway, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average high temperature in June: 8.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in June: 5.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.8°C).

Average pressure in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average pressure in June: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.5mbar).

Average wind speed in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average wind speed in June: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (25.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).

Average humidity in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average humidity in June: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and June (79%).

Average rainfall in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average rainfall in June: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (33mm).

Average rainfall days in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in June: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average snowfall in June: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (145mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in June: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in June: 8.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (4.8°C).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average daylight in June: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 0h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in June: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average UV index in June: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in June: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in June
Hammerfest, Norway

  • Average visibility in June: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).