Avdalsfossen

Waterfall Tall waterfall in western Norway

A waterfall in Vestland county accessed by hiking routes; photographers and walkers come for cascades that drop into a narrow valley and surrounding mountain trails.

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Avdalsfossen
Avdalsfossen (Avdalsfossen), Vestland county, Norway (near Voss / Luster region)
61.3550, 7.8856
Daylight hours

How to Get to Avdalsfossen #

Avdalsfossen is in Vestland county and is accessed via local roads and hiking paths near the fjord regions. Use local tourist information in Voss or nearby towns for exact driving directions and trailheads.

Tips for Visiting Avdalsfossen #

  • The falls are on a short walking route - approach on foot from the nearby road parking area and watch for wet, slippery rocks.
  • Bring waterproof outerwear; spray can reach viewpoints on windy days.

Best Time to Visit Avdalsfossen #

Summer and late spring are prime times for visiting waterfalls in Vestland, when trails are open and flows are strong.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Milder weather and fuller meltwater flows from higher snowpack; best for hiking.
Spring (May-Jun)
May-June · 3-12°C (37-54°F)
Snowmelt increases waterfall volume; trails can be muddy.

Weather & Climate near Avdalsfossen #

Climate

Avdalsfossen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (620 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 29 mm and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
18.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
18.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
15.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.1h daylight

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