Djupvatnet

Lake Scenic mountain lake in Møre og Romsdal

High-altitude lake along Norway’s Trollstigen road, Djupvatnet serves as a reflective stop on scenic drives and a base for nearby hikes and trout fishing.

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Djupvatnet
Djupvatnet, near the Valldal/Geiranger area in Møre og Romsdal, Norway
62.0240, 7.3048

How to Get to Djupvatnet #

Djupvatnet lies along mountain roads accessed from the Rv63 route near Valldal and Geiranger. The area is best visited by car; seasonal road closures can affect travel in spring and autumn.

Tips for Visiting Djupvatnet #

  • Stop at the scenic pullouts along the main road for the classic reflections of the lake - the light is best in the early morning.
  • Combine with a drive along the Trollstigen/Geiranger route for dramatic scenery.
  • Dress warmly - mountain lakes are cold even in summer and winds can be strong.

Best Time to Visit Djupvatnet #

Summer months offer the most reliable access to high-mountain roads and vistas; shoulder seasons are quieter but less predictable.

Summer
June-August · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Roads are open and the classic mirrored reflections and mountain light are at their best.
Late spring / early autumn
May & September · 1-12°C (34-54°F)
Quieter, but weather can close high mountain roads at short notice.

Weather & Climate near Djupvatnet #

Climate

Djupvatnet's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1727 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-35°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

19 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -5°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
6.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

21 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -5°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

23 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -4°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
17.5h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
18.4h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

184 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

187 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (210 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

17 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -4°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

210 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.7h daylight

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