KalandsvatnetKalandsvatnet at a Glance
Things to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Kalandsvatnet
Late spring through early autumn offers the best combination of access and weather for walking and water activities.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 10-18°C
Light evenings, good for canoeing and fishing; midges may appear near shore.
Autumn (Sep-Oct)
Sep-Oct · 2-12°C
Clear air and fall colours; quieter and more photogenic shorelines.
Winter (Nov-Mar)
Nov-Mar · -10-0°C
Frozen surfaces in cold spells; dramatic light but difficult access.
Weather & Climate near Kalandsvatnet
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 22
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 203 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 174 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 171 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 112 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 100 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.0h |
| June | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 122 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 18° | 14° | 139 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 179 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 251 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 11° | 6° | 248 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 239 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 254 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
Getting There & Around
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.