Heissa | TravelDojo

Heissa is a small island or coastal landmark in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is one of many islets and skerries that dot this section of Norway’s western seaboard.

The site features coastal scenery typical of western Norway, with rocky shores and views across nearby fjords and channels. It is primarily visited for local boating, fishing, and coastal observation rather than major tourist infrastructure.

Small islands in the region have traditionally been used for fishing, navigation marks, and occasional seasonal grazing; specific historical details for Heissa are documented in local records.

Sits in Møre og Romsdal county on Norway’s west coast, among the archipelago and fjord systems that characterize the region.

Setting: Located within Norway's Møre og Romsdal county, positioned among coastal islands and fjords of western Norway.

Best Time to Visit Heissa #

Visit Heissa in summer for the mildest, most reliable weather and best access to outdoor activities.

Summer (best access)

Jun-Aug · 10-18°C

Mild temperatures and long daylight make this the best time for coastal and mountain activities.

Shoulder seasons

May & Sep-Oct · 0-12°C

Variable weather with fewer visitors; can be a good time for quieter hikes but expect rain and wind.

Winter

Dec-Feb · −5-5°C

Cold, with snow possible and shorter daylight; some roads and trails may be difficult or closed.

Weather & Climate near Heissa #

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1526 mm/year), wettest in September.

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustMay

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

26°

Warmest Month

-15°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

1° – 5°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

149 mm

Rainfall

6.7 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.0

UV Index

Low

5.8h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

2°

Feels Like Cold

2°C

Temperature

0° – 5°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

126 mm

Rainfall

6.3 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.0

UV Index

Low

8.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

1° – 6°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

116 mm

Rainfall

5.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.2

UV Index

Low

11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 8°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

82 mm

Rainfall

5.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

14.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

6° – 12°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

65 mm

Rainfall

5.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

17.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

9° – 14°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

76 mm

Rainfall

4.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

19.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

11° – 16°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

86 mm

Rainfall

4.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

18.4h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

11° – 16°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

117 mm

Rainfall

4.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

15.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

9° – 14°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

179 mm

Rainfall

5.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.4

UV Index

Low

12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

6° – 10°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

177 mm

Rainfall

5.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

3° – 7°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

176 mm

Rainfall

6.0 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.0

UV Index

Low

6.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

1° – 5°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

177 mm

Rainfall

6.5 m/s

Wind

Breezy

0.0

UV Index

Low

4.7h daylight

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