Havøya
Island Finnmark island with coastal cliffs and wind farm
An island off Finnmark’s Arctic coast, Havøya supports fishing settlements, coastal roads and viewpoints for midnight sun and northern lights; anglers and photographers visit.
Tips for Visiting Havøya #
- Access Havøya by road via Havøysund (the island is road-connected), and plan visits either in summer for midnight sun viewing or in winter for Northern Lights-both are distinctive reasons to go.
- Check local winter road and weather conditions before traveling; coastal Arctic roads can be affected by snow and strong winds, so allow extra travel time in the cold season.
- Drive or walk up to the main viewpoint/wind-farm area at the island's high point for sweeping sea vistas-many visitors focus on the village and miss the dramatic coastal outlooks.
Best Time to Visit Havøya #
For easier access, long daylight and outdoor activities, visit Havøya in the summer (May-August); for Northern Lights, consider shoulder and winter months but expect cold and limited daylight.
Weather & Climate near Havøya #
Continental climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 11°C. Moderate rainfall (680 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and breezy conditions.
