The boat "Svanen" at Bø, Leinøya, 1922. (8422813609).jpg

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Leinøya

Island

Island in Møre og Romsdal connected by bridges; offers coastal drives, angling and sea‑kayaking among skerries and fjord shoreline.

Leinøya StavangerBergenÅlesundÅndalsnesPreikestolenBryggenKjeragSognefjordLeinøya

Leinøya essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Leinøya at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Leinøya

Best in summer for mild weather and access; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits but cooler temperatures.

Summer
June-August · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Mildest weather and longest daylight-best for coastal walks and boat trips.
Late spring/early autumn
May & September · 6-14°C (43-57°F)
Cooler, fewer tourists; good for quieter exploration with less chance of fog.

Weather & Climate near Leinøya

Climate

Leinøya's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1957 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -1° - 4° -4° 190 mm overcast 81% 8.2 m/s 0.0 low 5.8h
February Poor -1° - 4° -4° 157 mm overcast 81% 7.6 m/s 0.0 low 8.5h
March Poor 0° - 5° -3° 151 mm overcast 80% 6.8 m/s 0.2 low 11.6h
April Poor 2° - 7° 0° 101 mm overcast 81% 6.2 m/s 0.5 low 14.6h
May Acceptable 5° - 11° 5° 84 mm overcast 82% 5.9 m/s 0.9 moderate 17.5h
June Acceptable 8° - 13° 11° 98 mm overcast 84% 5.7 m/s 1.1 high 19.3h
July Acceptable 10° - 15° 12° 111 mm overcast 85% 5.2 m/s 1.1 high 18.4h
August Acceptable 10° - 15° 13° 152 mm overcast 84% 5.4 m/s 0.7 moderate 15.7h
September Poor 8° - 13° 7° 232 mm overcast 83% 6.6 m/s 0.3 low 12.7h
October Poor 5° - 10° 3° 228 mm overcast 80% 7.3 m/s 0.1 low 9.7h
November Poor 2° - 6° -1° 228 mm overcast 81% 7.4 m/s 0.0 low 6.7h
December Poor 0° - 4° -3° 225 mm overcast 81% 7.8 m/s 0.0 low 4.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Leinøya

Leinøya is accessible via the regional road network that links islands in the Hareid/Ålesund municipality; several islands are connected by causeways and bridges. The nearest larger transport hub is Ålesund; from there regional ferries and roads lead to Leinøya.

Tips for Visiting Leinøya

  • Check local ferry and tide schedules when planning crossings-the area has exposed coastal currents.
  • Bring waterproof outerwear; Atlantic weather in Møre og Romsdal can shift rapidly from calm to squall.
  • If hiking, use marked trails and check municipal maps for seasonal closures.