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Gjerdinga

Island

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 essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Gjerdinga at a Glance

When to Go

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.

Air Quality: AQI 17 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -2° - 2° -6° 144 mm overcast 88% 6.4 m/s 0.0 low 5.0h
February Poor -2° - 2° -6° 112 mm overcast 88% 6.2 m/s 0.0 low 8.2h
March Poor -1° - 3° -3° 97 mm overcast 84% 5.5 m/s 0.1 low 11.5h
April Poor 2° - 6° 4° 88 mm overcast 82% 4.9 m/s 0.5 low 14.9h
May Acceptable 5° - 10° 5° 70 mm overcast 81% 4.6 m/s 0.8 moderate 18.2h
June Acceptable 9° - 13° 11° 77 mm overcast 82% 4.3 m/s 1.1 high 20.4h
July Good 11° - 16° 14° 91 mm overcast 84% 4.0 m/s 1.1 high 19.3h
August Good 11° - 16° 13° 110 mm overcast 84% 4.0 m/s 0.7 moderate 16.1h
September Poor 8° - 13° 10° 150 mm overcast 84% 4.8 m/s 0.3 low 12.8h
October Poor 5° - 8° 3° 157 mm overcast 85% 5.5 m/s 0.1 low 9.5h
November Poor 1° - 5° -2° 125 mm overcast 87% 6.0 m/s 0.0 low 6.0h
December Poor -1° - 3° -4° 145 mm overcast 88% 6.1 m/s 0.0 low 3.6h
Getting There & Around

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.