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.
Nykkjesøyfossen at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -10° | 176 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -2° | -10° | 134 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 0° | -7° | 136 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 66 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 67 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 85 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 12° | 100 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.8h |
| August | Poor | 8° - 15° | 11° | 125 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 10° | 5° | 175 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 6° | 1° | 186 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 1° | -6° | 182 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | -6° - -2° | -8° | 192 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
