Hettefjorden

Lake Mountain lake in Buskerud, Norway

A mountain lake in Buskerud, Hettefjorden draws anglers and hikers from nearby towns; visitors use forest tracks and boat ramps for day outings and trout fishing.

Hettefjorden
60.1741, 8.0234

How to Get to Hettefjorden #

Hettefjorden is best reached by car from nearby towns in Buskerud; local roads provide the most direct access. Consult regional maps for the nearest public-transport connections and parking points.

Tips for Visiting Hettefjorden #

  • If hiking nearby, plan routes and local road access in advance-some forest roads are seasonal and track conditions change quickly.
  • Check local trail signage for any forestry work-occasional logging activity may alter footpaths.
  • Photographers will find low-angle light in late afternoon often opens up dramatic contrasts on surrounding ridgelines.

Best Time to Visit Hettefjorden #

Late spring through summer is the most accessible period; winter visits demand care because of ice and snow.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 12-20°C
Long daylight and mild weather make lake and trail access easiest.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
December-February · -5-4°C
Frozen surfaces and snow; winter conditions require appropriate equipment and local knowledge.

Weather & Climate near Hettefjorden #

Climate

Hettefjorden's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (927 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -6°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -4°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
18.5h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.5h daylight

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