Kalandsvatnet
Lake Lake in Vestland county, Norway
Near Bergen, Kalandsvatnet is a freshwater lake used locally for walking, birdwatching and informal recreation; paths circle parts of the shoreline and locals kayak in summer.
How to Get to Kalandsvatnet #
Kalandsvatnet lies a short drive from the E39 corridor in Vestland; local county roads provide access and there is limited roadside parking. Regional buses run to nearby villages; from there the shore is a short walk along marked tracks.
Tips for Visiting Kalandsvatnet #
- Use the marked walking tracks on the southeast shore for the clearest views and picnic spots.
- Local anglers favour the north end in summer-ask permission before approaching private accesses.
- In winter the road access can be icy; park at the county road and expect a 10-20 minute walk to good viewpoints.
Best Time to Visit Kalandsvatnet #
Late spring through early autumn offers the best combination of access and weather for walking and water activities.
Weather & Climate near Kalandsvatnet #
Kalandsvatnet's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 18°C. Heavy rainfall (2192 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (248 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
