Gjerdinga

Island Coastal island in Trøndelag, Norway

Coastal island in Trøndelag with small harbours and seabird colonies; accessed by local boats and visited for short coastal hikes and birdwatching.

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Gjerdinga
64.9480, 11.4210

How to Get to Gjerdinga #

Gjerdinga is accessed by ferry services from the Trøndelag coast; local timetables vary seasonally. From Trondheim, drive north toward the islands’ ferry terminals and check local ferry operators for crossings.

Tips for Visiting Gjerdinga #

  • Bring windproof layers-even in summer-the islands can be unexpectedly gusty.
  • If staying overnight, book accommodation on the main island early; ferry schedules are limited.
  • Look for nesting seabirds on cliffs in late spring, but keep distance to avoid disturbing colonies.

Best Time to Visit Gjerdinga #

Summer offers easiest access and best weather for sea passages and hiking.

Summer
June-August · 10-18°C
Calmer seas and long daylight, best for boat trips and birdwatching.
Spring/Autumn
April-May, September-October · 6-14°C
Quieter, possible rougher waters but fewer day-trippers.

Weather & Climate near Gjerdinga #

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1366 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

26 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.0h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
14.9h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
18.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
20.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
11° 16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.6h daylight

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