FrøylandsvatnetFrøylandsvatnet at a Glance
About Frøylandsvatnet
Frøylandsvatnet is a freshwater lake in Rogaland county, Norway. It is one of many small inland lakes in the region and is used locally for recreation and nature activities.
Shorelines are a mix of meadow, wetland and wooded sections typical of southern Norwegian lowland lakes. The lake supports local wildlife and seasonal recreational use such as walking and angling.
The lake is part of Rogaland’s inland water network and has been part of local land use for farming and recreation. It remains a local natural feature rather than a major tourist destination.
It lies within Rogaland county and is accessible from nearby local roads and settlements in the surrounding agricultural landscape.
Best Time to Visit Frøylandsvatnet
Best from late spring to early autumn when trails are accessible and days are long.
Weather & Climate near Frøylandsvatnet
Frøylandsvatnet's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1263 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 4° | -4° | 113 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 4° | -3° | 88 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 86 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 59 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 61 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.6h |
| June | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 67 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.9h |
| July | Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 91 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.2h |
| August | Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 113 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 9° - 15° | 12° | 148 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 11° | 6° | 161 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 146 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 130 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
How to Get to Frøylandsvatnet
Frøylandsvatnet lies in Rogaland county. The nearest sizable town is Egersund; from there, local roads (county roads) lead toward the lake-expect a 20-40 minute drive depending on the specific entrance. Public transport is limited; driving or taxi from regional centers is the usual option.
Tips for Visiting Frøylandsvatnet
- If planning to fish or hike, check local landowner permissions; many Norwegian lakes have private stretches.
- Ring the local tourist office in Rogaland for up-to-date trail conditions in spring (snowmelt can linger).
- Bring insect repellent in summer: mosquitos can be persistent around calm water.