Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Borgarknappur
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Borgarknappur
Best visited in summer for daylight and more stable weather; always prepare for wind and rain.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 8-14°C
Long daylight and the calmest weather for hillwalking.
Late Spring/Early Autumn (May; Sep)
May; September · 6-12°C
Quieter with fewer ferries; still variable weather.
Weather & Climate near Borgarknappur
Climate
Borgarknappur'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 2°C to 12°C. Heavy rainfall (2533 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
15°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 5° | -3° | 272 mm | overcast | 80% | 10.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.1h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 5° | -3° | 220 mm | overcast | 80% | 10.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.7h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 5° | -2° | 257 mm | overcast | 80% | 9.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 177 mm | overcast | 83% | 8.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 14.5h |
| May | Poor | 5° - 8° | 2° | 134 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 17.2h |
| June | Poor | 7° - 10° | 5° | 114 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.9h |
| July | Poor | 9° - 11° | 7° | 119 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 18.1h |
| August | Poor | 9° - 12° | 10° | 149 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.6h |
| September | Poor | 8° - 10° | 5° | 238 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 8° | 3° | 284 mm | overcast | 85% | 9.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.8h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 294 mm | overcast | 82% | 9.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 6° | -2° | 275 mm | overcast | 81% | 10.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.1h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Borgarknappur
Suðuroy is reached by ferry from Tórshavn (travel by Smyril Line) or by air to the small island airport; local roads and short footpaths lead to mountain trailheads. Local bus services are limited-renting a car or using taxi services is common for reaching trail starts.
Tips for Visiting Borgarknappur
- Paths can be boggy and poorly marked - a GPS or local map is recommended.
- Weather on Suðuroy changes fast; an afternoon cloud can turn visibility to nil.
- Respect livestock grazing rights - gates are common and must be left as found.