Espevær

Island Coastal islet group off Vestland, Norway

A Vestland island with fishing communities, rocky shores and seabird colonies; visitors come for coastal hiking, fishing boats and the Atlantic archipelago atmosphere.

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Espevær
59.5897, 5.1502

How to Get to Espevær #

Espevær is approached by boat from the Vestland coast. Nearest larger harbors and service towns will have small-boat operators or charter skippers who know the local landing conditions; access depends on sea state.

Tips for Visiting Espevær #

  • The islet is small and exposed-visit on calm days and avoid landing during bad weather.
  • Wear sturdy shoes; rocky surfaces can be slippery with sea spray and algae.
  • Bring a camera with a telephoto lens for seabird and coastline photography.

Best Time to Visit Espevær #

Best in late spring and summer when sea and weather conditions are most favorable for short landings or close boat approaches.

Late spring to summer
May-August (Norwegian late spring/summer) · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Calmer seas and better light for coastal exploration.

Weather & Climate near Espevær #

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1788 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
5.8 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 3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
12° 16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
12° 17°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
10° 14°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

198 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (217 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

217 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (212 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

212 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (212 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

212 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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