Hanøy
Island Coastal island in Vestland, western Norway
How to Get to Hanøy #
Reachable by local ferry services that link the small islands and mainland settlements of Vestland; schedules vary seasonally. From Bergen or nearby coastal towns, take regional ferries or book local boat transport to Hanøy.
Tips for Visiting Hanøy #
- If visiting from the mainland, check local ferry times and weather closely - schedules can be infrequent outside summer.
- Bring layers: coastal weather here changes quickly, and wind off the fjord sharpens even warm days.
- Look for old stone foundations and croft remains for evidence of earlier habitation often overlooked by casual visitors.
Best Time to Visit Hanøy #
Summer months offer the most reliable access by ferry and calmer weather; spring is quieter and good for wildlife watching.
Weather & Climate near Hanøy #
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1818 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (207 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (206 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (206 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
