HivjufossenHivjufossen at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Hivjufossen
Summer months generally offer the most reliable access for Norwegian waterfalls like Hivjufossen.
Summer
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Best weather for hiking and safe access to mountain waterfalls.
Late Spring
May-June · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Snowmelt increases the falls' volume but some routes may still be snowbound.
Weather & Climate near Hivjufossen
Climate
Hivjufossen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (732 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 16
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -11° - -5° | -12° | 68 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -11° - -4° | -12° | 45 mm | overcast | 96% | 2.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | -9° - -1° | -10° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 95% | 2.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 3° | -4° | 32 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 0° - 9° | 3° | 41 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 5° - 15° | 9° | 65 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.5h |
| July | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 73 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 69 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 4° | 72 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 4° | -1° | 77 mm | overcast | 94% | 2.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | -7° - -1° | -7° | 70 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | -10° - -4° | -11° | 71 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Hivjufossen
Access to Hivjufossen is by car and then on foot via local trails. Use regional maps and route planners for the nearest parking and trailhead; local tourist information centres can provide the best current advice on trail conditions.
Tips for Visiting Hivjufossen
- Hivjufossen sits in rugged country-use maps and local trail advice before attempting approaches.
- Expect steep, uneven ground and little in the way of formal facilities.
- Avoid visiting after heavy rain when tracks and river crossings can be hazardous.