Forollhogna National ParkWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Forollhogna National Park
Summer months offer the best hiking conditions and greatest accessibility; plan ahead for accommodations during peak season.
Summer
June-August · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Long daylight hours, best conditions for hiking and observing wild reindeer.
Late spring/early autumn
May and September · 0-12°C (32-54°F)
Quieter trails with possible snow at higher elevations; plan for variable weather.
Weather & Climate near Forollhogna National Park
Climate
Forollhogna National Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 15°C. Moderate rainfall (688 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 14
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -5° | -15° | 45 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -5° | -14° | 38 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | -10° - -3° | -12° | 40 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -6° - 2° | -7° | 34 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.6h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 7° | -1° | 43 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 5° | 76 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 19.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 97 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.4h |
| August | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 77 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Poor | 1° - 9° | 2° | 77 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 64 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | -8° - -3° | -10° | 48 mm | overcast | 97% | 3.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -5° | -14° | 49 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Forollhogna National Park
The park is accessible by regional roads from Røros, Tynset and other nearby towns. Public transportation options are limited; driving is the most practical way to enter. There are marked trailheads and huts; check the park authority website for maps, trail conditions and hut booking information.
Tips for Visiting Forollhogna National Park
- Plan multi-day treks on marked trails and confirm trail conditions with the national park authority.
- Bring insect repellent for late spring and summer; mosquitoes are common in low-lying wet areas.