DrevvatnetDrevvatnet at a Glance
About Drevvatnet
Drevvatnet is a lake in Nordland county in northern Norway. It is one of many lakes in the region and is set within the northern Norwegian landscape of lakes, forests and mountains.
The lake is used for local recreation and supports freshwater habitats typical of northern Norway. There are no major settlements reported immediately on the lake in available references.
Geographically the lake lies within Nordland county in northern Norway and is approached via regional roads and local trackways used by nearby communities.
Best Time to Visit Drevvatnet
Summer is best for accessibility and hiking; autumn reduces crowds and sharpens the light.
Weather & Climate near Drevvatnet
Drevvatnet's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1630 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -9° | 170 mm | overcast | 94% | 2.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 3.8h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -2° | -9° | 128 mm | overcast | 94% | 2.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 1° | -5° | 119 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 11.5h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 5° | -1° | 90 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 15.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 5° | 89 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 19.1h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 87 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 22.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 17° | 14° | 100 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 20.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 16° | 13° | 133 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 16.6h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 12° | 8° | 176 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.9h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | 2° | 203 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 2° | -3° | 160 mm | overcast | 94% | 2.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.2h |
| December | Poor | -5° - -1° | -7° | 175 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 1.5h |
How to Get to Drevvatnet
Reached by regional roads in Nordland; local access typically requires driving from nearby villages or towns and following marked tracks or hiking trails to the lake.
Tips for Visiting Drevvatnet
- Bring warm clothing and a map if hiking-Nordland's weather is variable even in summer.
- The lake can be a good base for fishing; check local regulations for permits and seasons.
- Check for midges in early summer evenings and bring repellant if sensitive.