Krunefossen

Waterfall Cascade waterfall in Vestland's mountainous terrain

Krunefossen is a waterfall in Vestland; visitors stop on nearby trails or roads for short hikes, photography and views of cascading mountain water.

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Krunefossen
Krunefossen, Vestland, Norway
61.7468, 7.0422
Open daily (natural feature)
Free

How to Get to Krunefossen #

Access varies by the specific waterfall approach; travel via regional roads in Vestland and follow local signage to trailheads. Local tourist offices or online hiking maps list precise parking and approach details for Krunefossen.

Tips for Visiting Krunefossen #

  • Wear waterproof footwear-paths near waterfalls can be muddy and slippery.
  • Best light for photos is late afternoon when the sun hits the spray from the falls.
  • Check local trail signs; some paths are steep and not well maintained in winter.

Best Time to Visit Krunefossen #

Summer and early autumn are best for visiting; winter requires mountaineering experience for safety.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C
Most accessible season; trails are clear and water flow is steady from snowmelt.
Autumn
September-October · 0-12°C
Foliage and increased precipitation make the falls dramatic but trails can be slippery.
Winter
December-March · -10-2°C
Ice and snow transform the falls; only attempt with winter hiking experience.

Weather & Climate near Krunefossen #

Climate

Krunefossen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1712 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -3°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

193 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.1h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -3°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

148 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.9h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.1h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
15.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

190 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (211 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-6° -3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

211 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.1h daylight

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