Mingevannet

Lake Freshwater lake in Østfold, Norway

A lake in Østfold near Sarpsborg, Mingevannet offers shoreline paths and local fishing; birdwatchers use summer reedbeds and nearby woods for short walks.

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Mingevannet
Mingevannet, Østfold, Norway
59.3666, 11.1053

How to Get to Mingevannet #

Mingevannet is accessible by local roads in the Østfold area; drives from nearby towns and regional bus services reach parking or drop-off points for lakeside access.

Tips for Visiting Mingevannet #

  • The lake is often used for local leisure - check whether boating is permitted during the season of visit.
  • Bring insect repellent in summer; shoreline reed beds can concentrate midges and mosquitoes.
  • Local walking paths may be muddy after rain; choose waterproof footwear.

Best Time to Visit Mingevannet #

Visit in summer for water activities and in autumn for quieter, scenic walks.

Summer
June-August · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Mild weather good for canoeing, fishing, and lakeside walking.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Quieter and scenic with fall colors; evenings cool quickly.

Weather & Climate near Mingevannet #

Climate

Mingevannet's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (809 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

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

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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