Gjevillvatnet
Lake Mountain lake in Trøndelag, central Norway
A mountain lake in Trøndelag on the edge of the Trollheimen range. Serves as a base for hillwalking and multi-day treks into nearby alpine terrain.
Gjevillvatnet is a mountain lake in Trøndelag county, Norway, located in a high valley within the broader Trollheimen region and noted as a base for mountain recreation.
The lake offers mountain scenery, walking routes along its shoreline and access to alpine trails in surrounding hills. A trekking cabin is located on the shore and provides overnight accommodation for hikers.
The lake occupies a glacially carved valley typical of inland Trøndelag. The presence of a trekking hut reflects the area’s long use for outdoor recreation by Norwegian hikers and organised trekking groups.
Gjevillvatnet lies in central Trøndelag within the Gjevilvassdalen valley; the site is reached from local roads that connect to regional centres in the Trøndelag interior.
- Recreation and access: The lake sits in a high mountain valley and is commonly visited by hikers exploring nearby ridges and mountain routes in Trollheimen.
What to See #
- Gjevilvasshytta: Gjevilvasshytta is a mountain lodge run by the Norwegian Trekking Association located on the shore and used as a base for local walks and overnight stays.
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Weather & Climate near Gjevillvatnet #
Gjevillvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (863 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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