Nykkjesøyfossen
Waterfall Tall scenic waterfall in Vestland
A waterfall in Vestland, Norway, reached by local roads and walking tracks; visitors photograph the cascade and combine the stop with nearby fjord and mountain routes.
How to Get to Nykkjesøyfossen #
Nykkjesøyfossen lies in Vestland county reachable from the nearest coastal road; drivers should follow regional roads from larger towns like Voss or Bergen and look for local lane signs. The final stretch is typically a short walk from a roadside parking spot.
Tips for Visiting Nykkjesøyfossen #
- If visiting in summer, bring waterproofs-the falls are much more dramatic after rain.
- Park at the nearest marked layby and approach on foot; photographers get the best angle from the lower path downstream.
- Watch for slippery rock and tide-like spray near the base-there are no handrails where the path narrows.
Best Time to Visit Nykkjesøyfossen #
Best after spring melt or following rainy periods when the cascade runs fullest.
Weather & Climate near Nykkjesøyfossen #
Nykkjesøyfossen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1624 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (192 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
