Gjerdefossen

Waterfall Waterfall and river gorge in Møre og Romsdal

A mountain waterfall in Møre og Romsdal, Gjerdefossen attracts hikers and photographers seeking cascades, mossy cliffs and short day‑trails in fjord‑side terrain.

Gjerdefossen
62.1274, 7.1571

How to Get to Gjerdefossen #

Gjerdefossen is reached by road from nearby villages in Møre og Romsdal. Visitors should follow regional routes toward the waterfall’s valley and use local signage or a detailed map for the final approach; some access roads are narrow and may be seasonal. There is little to no public transit directly to the site, so private car or organized tours are the usual options.

Tips for Visiting Gjerdefossen #

  • Approach Gjerdefossen from the nearest fjord road and plan for wet footing-rock and boardwalk sections can be slippery.
  • Bring a waterproof jacket; spray can reach the viewing points even on calm days.
  • Summer months provide the easiest access; check local road reports in winter as mountain passes may close.

Best Time to Visit Gjerdefossen #

Late spring and summer combine the fullest flows with safer access; winter visits require local knowledge and equipment.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
High flows from snowmelt and long daylight; best time for full, dramatic cascades.
Spring
April-May · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Snowmelt raises water levels; trails may be muddy and some roads still icy.
Autumn
September-October · -2-8°C (28-46°F)
Crisp air and fewer visitors; colors change in the surrounding birch and willow.

Weather & Climate near Gjerdefossen #

Climate

Gjerdefossen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1646 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
17.5h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
18.4h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

176 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

23 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.7h daylight

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