Hovsvatnet

Lake Rogaland lake surrounded by forested hills

A lake in Rogaland, Norway, lying amid rolling coastal hills; used by local anglers and walkers following nearby trails.

Hovsvatnet
58.4897, 6.5060

How to Get to Hovsvatnet #

Accessible from local roads in Rogaland; consult municipal maps for parking and public-access points.

Tips for Visiting Hovsvatnet #

  • Some informal tracks offer scenic viewpoints - avoid crossing private farmland.
  • Best photography at sunrise when mist can lift off the surface.
  • Check local municipal maps for access points and parking restrictions.

Best Time to Visit Hovsvatnet #

A regional lake in Rogaland that is pleasant in summer and photogenic in autumn.

Summer
June-August · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Calmer waters and easier access for locals and visitors alike.
Autumn
September-October · 6-16°C (43-61°F)
Crisp light and fewer people; good for reflective photography.

Weather & Climate near Hovsvatnet #

Climate

Hovsvatnet's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 18°C. Heavy rainfall (2033 mm/year), wettest in November.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

24 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

213 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
16°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 18°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Heavy rain (202 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
14°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

202 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

254 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

255 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

237 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.2h daylight

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