Finnøya, Nordland

Island Small Norwegian island in Nordland county

An island off Norway’s Nordland coast, Finnøya offers rocky shoreline and opportunities for fishing and hiking. Visitors come for coastal scenery and outdoor activity.

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Finnøya, Nordland
68.0119, 15.7852

How to Get to Finnøya, Nordland #

Finnøya is typically accessed by road and local ferries in Nordland county or by bridge connections where available. Check regional transport schedules and local maps for the most direct route.

Tips for Visiting Finnøya, Nordland #

  • If visiting in summer, plan for long daylight and use it for coastal walks and birdwatching.
  • Check local ferry and boat timetables for access to other islands in Nordland if exploring the archipelago.
  • Bring warm layers even in summer; north Norwegian weather is unpredictable.

Best Time to Visit Finnøya, Nordland #

Best visited in mid-summer for accessibility and weather; winter conditions are severe and limit travel.

Mid-summer (midnight sun)
June-July · 8-16°C
Long daylight and mild weather-excellent for hiking and boating.
Late summer/early autumn
August-September · 6-12°C
Quieter and still pleasant for outdoor activities; some migratory bird activity begins.

Weather & Climate near Finnøya, Nordland #

Climate

Finnøya, Nordland's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1339 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.4h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
15.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
20.5h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
22.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
17.2h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
13.0h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

28 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight

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