Langvatnet (Fauske)

Lake Freshwater lake near Fauske in Nordland

Langvatnet (Fauske)
67.1376, 16.0240

How to Get to Langvatnet (Fauske) #

Reach the Fauske area by regional road E6 or by train to Fauske station; local roads and short hikes lead from the nearest parking areas to the lake depending on which trailhead is used. Local tourist offices in Fauske can provide precise walking routes and conditions.

Tips for Visiting Langvatnet (Fauske) #

  • Hire a local guide if attempting cross-country routes-navigation in Arctic-adjacent terrain can be deceptively tricky.
  • Bring high-SPF sunscreen and polarized sunglasses in summer; the low-angle sun over clear lakes intensifies glare.
  • If visiting outside midsummer, plan for early dusk and confirm any ferry/road services ahead of time.

Best Time to Visit Langvatnet (Fauske) #

Best visited in the brief high-summer window for accessible trails and long daylight; early or late season brings more severe conditions.

Midnight sun season
June-July · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Long daylight and the best time for hiking and fishing around Arctic-adjacent lakes.
Late summer/early autumn
August-September · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Shorter days, possible Northern Lights later in the season; insect activity diminishes.

Weather & Climate near Langvatnet (Fauske) #

Climate

Langvatnet (Fauske)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1076 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
2.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

26 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -4°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.4h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
19.6h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
23.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
21.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
16.8h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
12.9h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -4°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.3h daylight

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