Åmnøya

Island Nordland island with dramatic cliffs and fjord landscapes

Åmnøya in Nordland offers coastal hikes, fishing access and seabird observation; visitors arrive by local ferry or road to explore beaches and rocky headlands.

Åmnøya
66.7701, 13.3409

How to Get to Åmnøya #

Åmnøya is reached by regional roads and local ferry services in Nordland county. Travelers should consult local ferry timetables and regional transport connections from larger towns such as Bodø or Narvik depending on routing.

Tips for Visiting Åmnøya #

  • If visiting in winter, check ferry and bridge schedules - Arctic weather can disrupt services.
  • Bring warm layers even in summer - sea breezes and high-latitude daylight make evenings chilly.
  • Respect private property where the island's settlements exist; much of the coast is residential.

Best Time to Visit Åmnøya #

Summer is the practical window for visits - long daylight hours and the mildest temperatures; winter is extreme and best left to experienced travelers.

Summer
June-August · 6-14°C (43-57°F)
Mildest and most hospitable period with long daylight hours for exploration.
Winter
December-February · -10-0°C (14-32°F)
Cold, snowy and subject to polar night conditions in the highest latitudes.

Weather & Climate near Åmnøya #

Climate

Åmnøya's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2176 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Heavy rain (231 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

22 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

231 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-3°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

24 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
15.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
19.1h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
22.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
20.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (236 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

236 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.9h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (262 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

262 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (216 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

216 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Heavy rain (243 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

22 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

243 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.5h daylight

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