Holskardvatnet
Lake Mountain lake in Vestland county, Norway
A high-country lake in Vestland, Norway; reached from mountain trails and used by hikers and anglers exploring the fjordland interior.
Holskardvatnet is a freshwater lake in Vestland county in western Norway. It forms part of a landscape of lakes and mountains typical of the Vestland region.
Shorelines are largely natural, with hill and mountain slopes surrounding the lake; it is characteristic of small inland Norwegian lakes used for local recreation and nature access. No major facilities are recorded at the lake itself.
No significant historical structures or settlements are documented at the lake in standard geographic records.
The lake is situated within Vestland’s upland and mountainous terrain, among other small lakes and watercourses in the county.
How to Get to Holskardvatnet #
Access is by local county roads off the E39 or other regional arteries into Vestland. Expect narrow roads and limited services; a short hike may be required from the nearest parking place.
Tips for Visiting Holskardvatnet #
- Mobile signal may be intermittent; download offline maps before visiting.
- The terrain can be steep - sturdy footwear recommended for shore access.
- In winter, ice conditions can be unpredictable; heed local advice before walking on frozen water.
Best Time to Visit Holskardvatnet #
A highland lake in Vestland appreciated by anglers and hikers in summer.
Weather & Climate near Holskardvatnet #
Holskardvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2628 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -6°C. Heavy rain (290 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -6°C. Heavy rain (225 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -5°C. Heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (305 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (298 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Heavy rain (294 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (326 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
