Ombo
Island Large Ryfylke island with rugged coastline, Norway
A Rogaland island, Ombo offers rugged coastline, small villages and ferry links; visitors come for hiking, sea views and seasonal fishing.
How to Get to Ombo #
Ombo is reached by ferry services from the Rogaland region; schedules vary seasonally. Driving routes include local county roads to nearest ferry terminals-check regional ferry operators for up-to-date timetables. Once on the island, travel is generally by road or foot; small local roads connect settlements.
Tips for Visiting Ombo #
- Check tide times if exploring nearby rock platforms or accessing beaches around the island.
- Bring insect repellent in summer-small islands can host mosquitoes and midges.
- If planning a hike, wear layered clothing-weather can change quickly on exposed coastal islands.
Best Time to Visit Ombo #
Best visited late spring through summer for calm seas and easier access.
Weather & Climate near Ombo #
Ombo's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 18°C. Heavy rainfall (2229 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Heavy rain (219 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (264 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (279 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
