JøaJøa at a Glance
About Jøa
Jøa is an island in Trøndelag county, Norway. It is a rural island with small settlements and local infrastructure.
A rural coastal island environment with farming, shoreline access and local roads or ferry links typical of Norwegian island communities. Outdoor activities include coastal walks and observation of local village life.
The island has been inhabited and used for local agriculture and fishing; specific historic events or dates are not stated here. Like many Norwegian islands, it has a history of small-scale settlement and maritime use.
Situated in Trøndelag in central Norway, Jøa lies off the coast within the region’s coastal archipelago and is part of the surrounding maritime landscape.
Nearby Attractions to Jøa
Best Time to Visit Jøa
Summer offers the easiest access and most comfortable conditions.
Weather & Climate near Jøa
Jøa's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1338 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 1° | -7° | 149 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.0h |
| February | Poor | -3° - 1° | -7° | 113 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.2h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 3° | -4° | 94 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 11.5h |
| April | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 85 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 14.9h |
| May | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 64 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 18.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 9° - 14° | 11° | 77 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 20.4h |
| July | Good | 11° - 16° | 14° | 85 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 19.3h |
| August | Good | 11° - 16° | 14° | 102 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 16.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 10° | 149 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.8h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 154 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 4° | -3° | 124 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -6° | 142 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 3.6h |
How to Get to Jøa
Access is typically by local ferry services from the Trøndelag coast; specific connections depend on season and departure port-check local schedules.
Tips for Visiting Jøa
- If arriving by ferry, check local schedules-the island is serviced by small boats from the mainland.
- Bring a warm layer even in summer-the sea can be brisk and wind-driven.