Gluggarnir at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Gluggarnir
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Gluggarnir
Best visited in summer for safer sea conditions and birdwatching; check local transport to Suðuroy in advance.
Summer
June-August · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Longest daylight and the safest time for boat landings and cliff hikes.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May & September · 6-12°C (43-54°F)
Quieter than peak season but weather can be changeable; seabirds are very active in spring.
Weather & Climate near Gluggarnir
Climate
Gluggarnir's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 11°C. Heavy rainfall (2656 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
15°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 5° | -3° | 285 mm | overcast | 80% | 10.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.1h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 5° | -3° | 231 mm | overcast | 80% | 10.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.7h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 5° | -3° | 270 mm | overcast | 80% | 10.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 188 mm | overcast | 83% | 8.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 14.5h |
| May | Poor | 5° - 8° | 2° | 144 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 17.2h |
| June | Poor | 7° - 10° | 5° | 119 mm | overcast | 88% | 7.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.9h |
| July | Poor | 8° - 11° | 7° | 124 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 18.1h |
| August | Poor | 9° - 11° | 7° | 157 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.6h |
| September | Poor | 7° - 10° | 5° | 250 mm | overcast | 88% | 8.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 5° - 8° | 2° | 297 mm | overcast | 85% | 9.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.8h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 304 mm | overcast | 82% | 10.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 5° | -2° | 287 mm | overcast | 81% | 10.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.1h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Gluggarnir
Suðuroy is reached from Tórshavn by ferry (Smyril Line or local services) to Krambatangi; from there local roads and occasional boat trips serve coastal features. Sea landings at exposed cliffs depend on weather-local boat operators in Tvøroyri or Vág can advise on access to Gluggarnir.
Tips for Visiting Gluggarnir
- Pack wind- and waterproof clothing-the Faroe Islands' weather shifts quickly and cliffs are exposed.
- Observe seabird colonies from a distance; many nesting ledges are protected and fragile.
- Local knowledge matters: check ferry schedules and local signs-paths may be steep and minimally waymarked.