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Moster

Island

Island in Bømlo municipality with the historic Moster Church and early Christian sites; visitors come for church history, coastal walks and ferry connections within the Vestland archipelago.

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Moster essentials

Address: Moster, Bømlo Municipality, Vestland, Norway
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Moster

Norwegian summer provides the most agreeable weather and long daylight for exploring island heritage sites and coastal drives.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 12-20°C (54-68°F)
Long daylight hours, best for coastal walks and visiting Moster Church and local museums.
Late spring/early autumn (May, Sep)
May, Sep · 8-16°C (46-61°F)
Fewer tourists and pleasant weather for exploring by car or bike.

Weather & Climate near Moster

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 17°C. Heavy rainfall (2249 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 23 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 0° - 4° -2° 217 mm overcast 91% 5.7 m/s 0.0 low 6.7h
February Poor 0° - 4° -2° 160 mm overcast 90% 4.7 m/s 0.1 low 9.0h
March Poor 1° - 5° -1° 178 mm overcast 87% 4.9 m/s 0.2 low 11.6h
April Poor 3° - 8° 2° 100 mm overcast 83% 4.3 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.3h
May Acceptable 6° - 13° 7° 106 mm overcast 80% 4.1 m/s 1.0 high 16.8h
June Good 9° - 15° 12° 115 mm overcast 80% 4.1 m/s 1.3 high 18.2h
July Acceptable 11° - 17° 14° 139 mm overcast 82% 3.9 m/s 1.2 high 17.5h
August Acceptable 12° - 17° 14° 177 mm overcast 83% 4.0 m/s 0.8 moderate 15.3h
September Poor 9° - 14° 12° 249 mm overcast 86% 4.7 m/s 0.4 low 12.6h
October Poor 7° - 11° 6° 268 mm overcast 86% 5.0 m/s 0.1 low 10.0h
November Poor 4° - 7° 2° 263 mm overcast 90% 5.2 m/s 0.0 low 7.4h
December Poor 2° - 6° -1° 277 mm overcast 91% 5.3 m/s 0.0 low 5.9h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Moster

Moster is connected to the mainland via the Triangle Link (bridges and tunnels). Drive from Haugesund or Bergen via the E39 and local roads; public ferries and regional buses serve the area depending on the season.

Tips for Visiting Moster

  • Visit Mosterhamn to see historical exhibits about the island's role in early Norwegian Christianity.
  • Check ferry timetables if traveling from the mainland; vehicle connections are via local bridges and tunnels.
  • Rent a bike to make the most of island roads and small coastal viewpoints.