Krøttøya

Island Norwegian coastal island in Troms archipelago

A small island off Troms, Krøttøya draws visitors for coastal hiking, fishing trips and boat access to nearby skerries; summer cabins, seabirds and Arctic light attract those chasing sea air and quiet Northern Norway routines.

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Krøttøya
69.0566, 16.5318

How to Get to Krøttøya #

Access is by boat; local ferry services connect Krøttøya to the nearest mainland pier or larger island hubs. In summer private boats and some scheduled services make the crossing; in winter arrangements must be confirmed locally.

Tips for Visiting Krøttøya #

  • The island is sparsely populated in winter; check ferry timetables before planning the trip - services are seasonal.
  • Bring binoculars and a jacket: sea eagles and otters are common sights, and the wind off the fjord bites even in summer.

Best Time to Visit Krøttøya #

Visit in summer for the most comfortable conditions and regular transport links; spring and autumn are quieter but require planning.

High summer
June-August · 8-16°C
Warmer seas and established ferry/tourist services.
Spring/Autumn shoulder
May & September · 4-12°C
Fewer tourists and pleasant light for photographers, but services thin out.

Weather & Climate near Krøttøya #

Climate

Krøttøya'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 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1159 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.3h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.4h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
15.8h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
21.3h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
10° 14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
23.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
17.5h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
13.0h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight

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