Helgøya (Troms)
Island Arctic island in Troms County
An Arctic island off Troms, Helgøya offers rocky coastlines, seabird habitat and opportunities for coastal boating and shore-based wildlife observation.
Helgøya (Troms) is an island in Troms county, northern Norway. Its latitude places it within the Arctic portion of Norway.
The island offers Arctic coastal landscapes and marine views typical of northern Norway. Seasonal daylight extremes apply, with midnight sun in summer and polar night conditions in winter.
Islands in Troms have long histories of fishing, coastal settlement, and maritime navigation; specific historical details for this Helgøya are recorded in local municipal and regional sources.
Lies in Troms county in northern Norway at approximately 70.13° N, within the coastal Arctic region north of the Arctic Circle.
- Latitude: Situated above the Arctic Circle at about 70.13 degrees north, placing it within northern Norway's Arctic zone.
Best Time to Visit Helgøya (Troms) #
Helgøya (Troms) is most accessible and pleasant in summer when daylight is abundant and temperatures are milder.
Weather & Climate near Helgøya (Troms) #
Helgøya (Troms)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (963 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and breezy conditions.
