Eidsfossen

Waterfall Scenic Norwegian waterfall in Vestland

A waterfall in Vestland, Norway reachable by mountain trails; a spot for hiking, photography and river scenery.

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Eidsfossen
61.7557, 6.2466

How to Get to Eidsfossen #

Eidsfossen is in Vestland county; access is typically by local roads from the nearest regional center. Visitors should plan for driving and check local maps for small parking pullouts and trailheads.

Tips for Visiting Eidsfossen #

  • Bring waterproof footwear; paths near the falls can be wet and slippy even in unusually dry months.
  • Small parking areas exist but can fill at peak times-arrive early to avoid a long walk from roadside pullouts.
  • Local signage can be sparse; download a map or take a photograph of trail markers at junctions.

Best Time to Visit Eidsfossen #

Spring and early summer show the waterfalls at their fullest; summer provides easier walking conditions and access.

Spring melt
March-May · -2-10°C (28-50°F)
Higher water flow makes the falls showier; trails may be boggy.
Summer
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Warmer weather and easier access, but midges can be an annoyance in some areas.

Weather & Climate near Eidsfossen #

Climate

Eidsfossen'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 -3°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1402 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
18.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
15.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

28 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.1h daylight

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