BarmøyaAbout Barmøya
Barmøya is a small island off Norway’s west coast in Vestland county. It forms part of the coastal island landscape characteristic of this section of Norway.
Settlements on the island are small and activities are predominantly rural, including fishing and small-scale farming. There is local infrastructure supporting island life rather than tourism-scale facilities.
Barmøya has long-standing use as a local community island within Norway’s coastal economy and cultural landscape.
The island lies off the mainland at approximately 62.01°N, 5.28°E, within Vestland county and is reached by local coastal roads and ferry or boat links typical of the Norwegian west coast archipelago.
Nearby Attractions to Barmøya
Best Time to Visit Barmøya
Best visited in summer for ferry access and milder weather; shoulder seasons offer quieter conditions.
Weather & Climate near Barmøya
Barmøya's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2696 mm/year), wettest in September.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 3° | -5° | 271 mm | overcast | 84% | 9.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 215 mm | overcast | 85% | 9.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 4° | -4° | 208 mm | overcast | 83% | 8.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 1° - 6° | -2° | 135 mm | overcast | 82% | 7.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 14.6h |
| May | Poor | 5° - 9° | 3° | 118 mm | overcast | 81% | 6.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.5h |
| June | Poor | 8° - 12° | 7° | 139 mm | overcast | 82% | 6.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 19.3h |
| July | Poor | 10° - 14° | 12° | 152 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.4h |
| August | Poor | 10° - 14° | 12° | 214 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Poor | 7° - 11° | 6° | 319 mm | overcast | 84% | 8.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 5° - 8° | 2° | 307 mm | overcast | 83% | 8.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 5° | -2° | 311 mm | overcast | 84% | 9.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 3° | -5° | 307 mm | overcast | 85% | 9.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
How to Get to Barmøya
Reached by local ferry services from nearby mainland hubs in Vestland; check regional ferry timetables (e.g., Kollevåg or Vågsøy lines depending on exact route). Driving plus ferry connections are typical-consult local transport sites for schedules.
Tips for Visiting Barmøya
- Pack waterproof outer layers-weather on Vestland's islands changes rapidly.
- If staying overnight in the region, book ferries in advance during summer festival periods.
- Use local ferry timetables (Hurtigruten and local ferries) rather than relying solely on maps-small services change seasonally.