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Heissa

Island
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Heissa essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Heissa at a Glance

About Heissa

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.
Things to Do
When to Go

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.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 1° - 5° -3° 149 mm overcast 86% 6.7 m/s 0.0 low 5.8h
February Poor 0° - 5° -3° 126 mm overcast 86% 6.3 m/s 0.0 low 8.5h
March Poor 1° - 6° -1° 116 mm overcast 84% 5.6 m/s 0.2 low 11.6h
April Poor 2° - 8° 1° 82 mm overcast 82% 5.2 m/s 0.5 moderate 14.6h
May Acceptable 6° - 12° 6° 65 mm overcast 80% 5.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 17.5h
June Acceptable 9° - 14° 11° 76 mm overcast 81% 4.8 m/s 1.2 high 19.3h
July Good 11° - 16° 13° 86 mm overcast 83% 4.4 m/s 1.2 high 18.4h
August Acceptable 11° - 16° 14° 117 mm overcast 83% 4.4 m/s 0.8 moderate 15.7h
September Poor 9° - 14° 11° 179 mm overcast 84% 5.2 m/s 0.4 low 12.7h
October Poor 6° - 10° 5° 177 mm overcast 84% 5.8 m/s 0.1 low 9.7h
November Poor 3° - 7° 1° 176 mm overcast 85% 6.0 m/s 0.0 low 6.7h
December Poor 1° - 5° -2° 177 mm overcast 87% 6.5 m/s 0.0 low 4.7h