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Djupsvatnet

Lake

Djupsvatnet is a mountain lake in Buskerud reached by hikes; people visit for walking, angling and alpine scenery.

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Djupsvatnet essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Mar-May
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Djupsvatnet at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Djupsvatnet

Best in summer for easy access; late spring and early autumn offer fewer crowds and agreeable weather.

Summer
June-August · 8°C-18°C
Accessible trails and pleasant daytime temperatures for hiking and fishing.
Late spring & early autumn
May & September · 5°C-15°C
Quieter and colorful; watch for sudden weather shifts in mountain areas.
Winter
December-March · -10°C-2°C
Frozen surfaces and snow cover; requires winter equipment and experience.

Weather & Climate near Djupsvatnet

Climate

Djupsvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (849 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 15 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-34°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -12° - -6° -15° 84 mm overcast 97% 3.4 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor -13° - -5° -15° 58 mm overcast 97% 3.3 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
March Poor -11° - -3° -12° 64 mm partly cloudy 95% 3.6 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Poor -7° - 1° -7° 38 mm overcast 92% 3.1 m/s 0.8 moderate 14.4h
May Poor -2° - 7° 0° 44 mm overcast 89% 2.8 m/s 1.0 high 17.0h
June Acceptable 4° - 12° 6° 70 mm overcast 85% 2.6 m/s 1.3 high 18.5h
July Acceptable 6° - 14° 10° 79 mm overcast 84% 2.7 m/s 1.3 high 17.8h
August Acceptable 5° - 13° 7° 77 mm overcast 87% 2.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.4h
September Poor 2° - 8° 2° 82 mm overcast 91% 3.1 m/s 0.5 low 12.7h
October Poor -2° - 3° -3° 86 mm overcast 95% 3.0 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor -8° - -2° -10° 82 mm overcast 98% 2.8 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor -11° - -5° -13° 85 mm overcast 98% 3.0 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Djupsvatnet

Djupsvatnet is reached by rural roads in Buskerud county; the nearest towns provide road access with local signage to trailheads. In winter some roads may be closed or require snow-capable vehicles.

Tips for Visiting Djupsvatnet

  • Check local hiking maps for trailhead parking; some approaches begin from small lay-bys and are easy to miss.
  • Bring warm layers; even summer days can be cool at elevation and the lake is sheltered in a basin that traps cold air.
  • If fishing is of interest, seek local permits and guidance on seasonal regulations.