Namsvatnet

Lake Large lake in Trøndelag, glacially formed

A lake in Trøndelag popular with anglers and paddlers; forested shorelines and country roads lead to local cabins and hiking routes.

Anna Dærgas gamme med stige, ved Namsvatnveien ved Cunna, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-090.jpg
Anna Dærgas gamme med vintergang og stabbur ved Namsvatnveien ved Cunna, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-088.jpg
Anna Dærgas gamme med vintergang, ved Namsvatnveien ved Cunna, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-089.jpg
Anna Dærgas gamme ved Namsvatnveien ved Cunna, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-092.jpg
Anna Dærgas gamme ved Namsvatnveien ved Cunna, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-094.jpg
Anna Dærgas gamme, foran står hennes sønn Jakob - Norsk folkemuseum - NFDSA.00142-001.jpg
Anna Dærgas gamme, foran står Marie Marsfjell. I denne gammen er det innlagt telefon - Norsk folkemuseum - NFDSA.00141-001.jpg
Anna Dærgas stabbur ved Namsvatnet, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-083.jpg
Anna Dærgas stabbur ved Namsvatnet, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-084.jpg
Anna Dærgas stabbur ved Namsvatnveien ved Cunna, 1956 - Norsk folkemuseum - NF.05535-093.jpg
Namsvatnet
64.9992, 13.7423

How to Get to Namsvatnet #

Drive along local roads from nearby population centres in Trøndelag; the lake is most easily reached by car. In winter check road maintenance and local advisories for snow conditions.

Tips for Visiting Namsvatnet #

  • Bring binoculars for birdwatching along the shores and adjacent wetlands.
  • If planning a canoe or fishing trip, check local regulations and obtain any necessary permits from Trøndelag authorities.
  • Road access in winter can be limited; plan for snow and check local forecasts.

Best Time to Visit Namsvatnet #

Best visited in summer for comfortable exploring; winter offers stark, frozen beauty but harsh conditions.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-18°C (50-64°F)
Milder weather for hiking, fishing and boating; long daylight hours.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -10-2°C (14-36°F)
Cold and snowy; frozen shores and northern lights possible on clear nights.

Weather & Climate near Namsvatnet #

Climate

Namsvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (984 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

26 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.0h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

28 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
18.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
20.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.0h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

28 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.6h daylight

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