Ellingsøya
Island Island in Møre og Romsdal, Norway
Ellingsøya is an island in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway, within the Ålesund area. It is part of the coastal archipelago around the city and forms a residential and rural island community.
The island offers coastal scenery, sheltered bays and views across the surrounding fjords; visitors primarily come for short drives, local walks and to access nearby Ålesund. Small villages and shoreline roads make it accessible for day trips from the city.
Ellingsøya has long-standing settlement linked to fishing and small-scale agriculture typical of Norwegian coastal islands. Improved road and tunnel connections in the later 20th century integrated the island more closely with Ålesund.
The island lies immediately east of Ålesund in the fjord network of Møre og Romsdal and is connected to the city by road via the Ellingsøy Tunnel.
- Tunnel connection: Linked to the city of Ålesund by the undersea Ellingsøy Tunnel and the local road network, giving easy vehicle access.
How to Get to Ellingsøya #
Ellingsøya is accessible by road via local bridges and ferry connections in Møre og Romsdal region. Nearest larger towns are Ålesund and Molde; consult regional transport for ferry schedules.
Tips for Visiting Ellingsøya #
- If visiting on foot, watch for tidal changes on coastal paths - they can alter routes quickly.
- The island is small with limited services; bring provisions for the day.
- Respect private properties; much of the habitation on Ellingsøya is residential.
Best Time to Visit Ellingsøya #
Summer offers best access and mild conditions for exploring the island by road or foot.
Weather & Climate near Ellingsøya #
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1761 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (200 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (194 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (207 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
