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Hugla

Island

An island in Nordland, Hugla offers coastal walking routes, small villages and boat access; summer visitors seek island hikes, shoreline fishing and quiet archipelago scenery.

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Hugla essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Hugla at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Hugla

Best late spring through summer for boat access and comfortable weather.

Summer
June-August · 10-18°C
Best weather for hiking and boat access; cabins and services are busiest.
Late spring
May-June · 6-14°C
Blooming heathers and calmer seas.
Autumn
September-October · 4-12°C
Clearer weather and dramatic skies; fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Hugla

Climate

Hugla's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 15°C. Heavy rainfall (2173 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 17 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneMayJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -4° - 0° -7° 214 mm overcast 94% 5.9 m/s 0.0 low 3.8h
February Poor -4° - 0° -8° 166 mm overcast 94% 5.8 m/s 0.0 low 7.8h
March Poor -3° - 1° -6° 152 mm overcast 91% 5.4 m/s 0.1 low 11.5h
April Poor 0° - 5° -2° 124 mm overcast 88% 4.4 m/s 0.4 low 15.2h
May Acceptable 4° - 9° 4° 115 mm overcast 85% 4.3 m/s 0.8 moderate 19.1h
June Acceptable 8° - 13° 8° 120 mm overcast 81% 4.1 m/s 1.0 high 22.6h
July Poor 10° - 15° 12° 156 mm overcast 81% 3.6 m/s 1.0 moderate 20.6h
August Poor 9° - 14° 12° 194 mm overcast 84% 3.7 m/s 0.7 moderate 16.6h
September Poor 7° - 11° 6° 242 mm overcast 88% 4.5 m/s 0.3 low 12.9h
October Poor 3° - 6° 1° 260 mm overcast 91% 5.4 m/s 0.1 low 9.2h
November Poor -1° - 3° -4° 205 mm overcast 94% 5.6 m/s 0.0 low 5.2h
December Poor -3° - 1° -7° 225 mm overcast 95% 6.0 m/s 0.0 low 1.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Hugla

Hugla is typically reached by local ferry or passenger boat services from the Nordland mainland or nearby islands. Check regional ferry timetables for landing spots and seasonal schedules.

Tips for Visiting Hugla

  • Bring binoculars for sea and bird watching-Hugla's north-facing shores offer good marine views.
  • Take the local passenger ferry rather than attempting long private landings-service schedules are regular in summer.
  • Visit during the berry season (late summer) for local foraging opportunities on low-lying heaths.