Månafossen
Waterfall Tall waterfall in Rogaland, notable single drop
A waterfall in Rogaland reached by a marked trail and short scramble; hikers and photographers come for the steep drop and surrounding heather-covered slopes.
Månafossen is a high waterfall in Rogaland county in southwestern Norway notable for its single, tall drop. The fall is a visible landmark in inland Rogaland and is popular with hikers and photographers.
A short, steep trail from the roadside leads to a viewpoint that overlooks the main drop and the surrounding valley; the path can be wet and requires care. Facilities at the site are minimal and the viewpoint provides the primary public access for viewing the fall.
The waterfall is a natural feature formed by local rivers and bedrock; it is known locally and has been a mapped natural attraction for decades. Recreational use has focused on day-hiking and viewpoint visits rather than developed tourism infrastructure.
Månafossen lies in Rogaland county, inland from Norway’s North Sea coast, set in a steep valley and visible from the access road that serves nearby rural communities.
- Height and access: The waterfall has a high single drop commonly cited at about 92 metres, and a viewpoint is reached by a short steep path from the nearest parking area.
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Månafossen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 16°C. Heavy rainfall (2693 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Heavy rain (288 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Heavy rain (215 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (267 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (328 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (339 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
