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.
Hensfossen at a Glance#
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.
Weather & Climate near Hensfossen#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -3° | -8° | 44 mm | overcast | 98% | 1.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -2° | -8° | 30 mm | overcast | 98% | 1.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 3° | -3° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 1.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 2° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 1.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 5° - 15° | 9° | 48 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 17.0h |
| June | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 70 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.5h |
| July | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 78 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.8h |
| August | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 77 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 9° | 75 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 4° | 80 mm | overcast | 93% | 1.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 2° | -1° | 68 mm | overcast | 96% | 1.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -2° | -5° | 44 mm | overcast | 97% | 1.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
