Cape NordkinnAbout Cape Nordkinn
Cape Nordkinn (Kinnarodden) is a headland on the Nordkinn Peninsula in Finnmark, northern Norway, and is the northernmost point of mainland Europe. The cape lies north of the Arctic Circle and occupies a remote coastal location.
The site is valued for its raw coastal scenery and wide views over the Barents Sea. There is no major settlement at the cape itself; visitors generally approach via local roads to nearby villages and then continue on foot over uneven ground.
Because of its latitude and remoteness, visits are most commonly made in the summer months when weather and daylight conditions are more favourable.
- Geographic extreme: It is the northernmost point of mainland Europe, located on the Nordkinn (Kinnarodden) headland in Finnmark.
- Access and seasonality: Reaching the cape typically involves road access to nearby villages followed by a final hike across rugged, open coastal terrain; summer is the most practical season for visits.
Best Time to Visit Cape Nordkinn
Summer offers the safest window to visit Cape Nordkinn with long daylight and milder sea conditions; winter is harsh and not suitable for casual visits.
Weather & Climate near Cape Nordkinn
Continental climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (547 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -3° | -13° | 48 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 0.3h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -3° | -13° | 39 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
| March | Poor | -6° - -2° | -11° | 32 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 11.3h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 1° | -7° | 33 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 16.3h |
| May | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 33 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 22.7h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 8° | 3° | 45 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 24.0h |
| July | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 7° | 49 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 24.0h |
| August | Acceptable | 7° - 11° | 7° | 47 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 18.4h |
| September | Poor | 4° - 8° | 3° | 58 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 13.1h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 3° | -4° | 65 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.2h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 0° | -9° | 51 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 1.7h |
| December | - | -7° - -2° | -11° | 47 mm | - | 86% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 0.0h |
How to Get to Cape Nordkinn
The cape is accessible by a long coastal hike from the village of Mehamn or from roadheads in the Nordkyn Peninsula; most travellers combine a car approach with multi-day trekking. There are no direct public transport services to the headland itself.
Tips for Visiting Cape Nordkinn
- If attempting the hike to the cape, bring warm layers and be prepared for long daylight in summer and limited services in winter.
- Weather in Finnmark can be severe; plan logistics carefully and inform local authorities of remote treks.