Litlmolla

Island Small Lofoten island with dramatic coastal landscapes

Off the Lofoten coast, Litlmolla draws hikers to its sandy coves, short ridge walks and remnants of small fishing settlements.

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Litlmolla
68.1985, 14.7484

How to Get to Litlmolla #

Access is by private boat or local RIB/sea taxi services from larger Lofoten ports such as Svolvaer or Kabelvåg. During summer some charter operators include short stops in island-hopping itineraries. There is no regular vehicle ferry service.

Tips for Visiting Litlmolla #

  • Plan for contingency: weather changes quickly-carry warm layers and waterproofs even in summer.
  • If visiting by boat, secure a reliable drop-off/pick-up window-tides and wind matter in the Lofoten area.
  • Bring binoculars: seabirds and occasional seals are the usual rewards.

Best Time to Visit Litlmolla #

Summer for hiking and wildlife; late winter/early spring for aurora sightings, weather permitting.

Summer (Midnight Sun)
June-July · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Long daylight hours make extended hikes possible; seabird cliffs are active and photography is excellent.
Late Winter-Early Spring (Aurora season)
February-March · -5-3°C (23-37°F)
Cold and crisp nights improve chances of northern lights if skies are clear; access can be more difficult due to snow.

Weather & Climate near Litlmolla #

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 15°C. Moderate rainfall (916 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

31 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4° -1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-4° -1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 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 (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
15.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
20.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
13°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
22.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
17.2h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
13.0h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-3°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight

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