Hensfossen

Waterfall Cascade waterfall in Buskerud county

A waterfall in Buskerud accessed from local trails; visitors come for hiking, river scenery and photography among Norway’s forested valleys.

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Hensfossen
60.2113, 10.2367

How to Get to Hensfossen #

Hensfossen is accessed by local roads in Buskerud and then by footpaths from nearby parking spots. Visitors should consult regional maps and local tourist information centres for the best approach and parking locations; a private vehicle is usually needed to reach the trailhead.

Tips for Visiting Hensfossen #

  • Approach Hensfossen with layered clothing-mountain weather changes quickly and trails can be wet.
  • Check local hiking maps for marked paths; some vantage points require a short, steep climb.
  • Respect trail signage-areas near the falls can be slippery and dangerous.

Best Time to Visit Hensfossen #

Late spring through summer is the most accessible time to visit Hensfossen when trails are generally clear.

Summer
June-August · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Best access and warmest weather for hiking; long daylight hours.
Late Spring
May-June · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Snowmelt can increase flow-the falls look dramatic but proceed with caution on muddy trails.

Weather & Climate near Hensfossen #

Climate

Hensfossen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (693 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
17.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
18.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.5h daylight

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