Borgarey

Island Small uninhabited islet in the Westfjords

Tiny Westfjords island with seabird colonies; birdwatchers and boaters visit seasonally, often as part of wider Westfjords coastal trips.

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Borgarey
65.9716, -22.4484

How to Get to Borgarey #

Borgarey is reached by boat from nearby Westfjord communities. Local charter operators or fishing skippers can arrange short visits in summer; check weather and sea conditions before planning a trip.

Tips for Visiting Borgarey #

  • Bring layers: Westfjords weather changes fast and a sunny morning can turn windy by noon.
  • If hiking the small island, pack a lightweight waterproof as the wind off the fiord can be persistent.
  • Watch for seals and sea birds on the rocks around the islet.

Best Time to Visit Borgarey #

Borgarey is a small islet in the Westfjords; summer is the most practical time to visit via boat.

Summer
June-August · 5-15°C
Calmest seas and peak accessibility for Westfjords islets.
Shoulder seasons
May & September · 2-10°C
Fewer visitors but more changeable weather.

Weather & Climate near Borgarey #

Climate

Continental climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -4°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (673 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
18°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

March

March is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
15.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
18.6h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
21.3h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
19.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
16.3h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
2.8h daylight

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