Gresvatnet

Lake Lake in Nordland, Norway amid rugged terrain

Gresvatnet lies above the Arctic Circle in Nordland; visitors come for freshwater fishing, hiking, seasonal northern lights or midnight sun and access to rugged coastal mountain terrain.

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Gresvatnet
Gresvatnet area, Nordland, Norway
66.0595, 14.4571

How to Get to Gresvatnet #

Gresvatnet is accessed via local roads in Nordland county; nearest towns vary depending on the lake’s precise location. Regional maps and local tourist offices provide recommended driving routes and parking points.

Tips for Visiting Gresvatnet #

  • Prepare for long daylight in summer-pack sunscreen and mosquito repellent for evening hikes.
  • Ask local authorities about fishing or boating regulations if planning water activities.

Best Time to Visit Gresvatnet #

Summer months provide the easiest access and the longest daylight for exploring lakes and surrounding countryside.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C
Midnight sun and accessible trails-best for hiking and fishing.
Late Spring / Early Autumn
May, September · 2-12°C
Cooler and quieter; beware of unpredictable weather.

Weather & Climate near Gresvatnet #

Climate

Gresvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1010 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
15.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
19.1h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
22.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
20.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
16.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.9h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.5h daylight

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