Ara (lake)

Lake Norwegian freshwater lake in Østfold county

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Ara (lake)
59.2345, 11.6821

How to Get to Ara (lake) #

Reachable by local roads from nearby towns in Østfold; nearest larger transit hubs are regional buses connecting villages. Driving is the quickest option; check local municipal maps for exact access points and parking.

Tips for Visiting Ara (lake) #

  • If planning photography, go early for glass-smooth water and fewer midges.
  • Check local maps for private land; many Norwegian lakeshores are access-friendly but respect private boathouses.
  • Combine a visit with nearby hiking trails to make the short trip more rewarding.

Best Time to Visit Ara (lake) #

Summer is the obvious choice for outdoor activities and access; spring and autumn bring quieter shores and changing light.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 12-22°C
Warmest months with long daylight; best for boating and picnics.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -10-0°C
Frozen surface in cold spells; ice-safety must be confirmed locally.

Weather & Climate near Ara (lake) #

Climate

Ara (lake)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (841 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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