MånafossenMånafossen at a Glance
About Månafossen
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.
Weather & Climate near Månafossen
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 0° | -7° | 288 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 0° | -7° | 222 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 215 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 111 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 115 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 135 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.9h |
| July | Acceptable | 9° - 16° | 13° | 150 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 16° | 13° | 192 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Poor | 7° - 12° | 7° | 267 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 8° | 3° | 331 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 4° | -3° | 328 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 1° | -6° | 339 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |