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Otterøya

Island

Wooded island off Trøndelag's coast near Namsos, frequented for coastal walks, local fishing, small villages and straightforward ferry or boat access.

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Otterøya essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Otterøya at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Otterøya

Best in summer for warm weather and daylight; spring and autumn quieter and rewarding for nature observation.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C
Longest daylight for walking and outdoor activities.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September · 5-15°C
Fewer visitors and good birdwatching.

Weather & Climate near Otterøya

Climate

Otterøya's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1380 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -4° - 0° -7° 154 mm overcast 94% 5.9 m/s 0.0 low 5.0h
February Poor -3° - 1° -7° 117 mm overcast 94% 5.5 m/s 0.0 low 8.2h
March Poor -2° - 3° -4° 93 mm overcast 90% 5.1 m/s 0.1 low 11.5h
April Poor 1° - 7° 0° 85 mm overcast 85% 4.7 m/s 0.5 low 14.9h
May Acceptable 6° - 11° 6° 67 mm overcast 81% 4.4 m/s 0.8 moderate 18.2h
June Acceptable 9° - 14° 12° 82 mm overcast 81% 4.1 m/s 1.1 high 20.4h
July Good 11° - 17° 14° 89 mm overcast 83% 3.8 m/s 1.1 high 19.3h
August Good 11° - 17° 14° 106 mm overcast 85% 3.9 m/s 0.7 moderate 16.1h
September Poor 8° - 13° 10° 155 mm overcast 88% 4.5 m/s 0.3 low 12.8h
October Poor 4° - 8° 2° 160 mm overcast 90% 5.0 m/s 0.1 low 9.5h
November Poor 0° - 4° -3° 127 mm overcast 93% 5.4 m/s 0.0 low 6.0h
December Poor -2° - 1° -6° 145 mm overcast 94% 5.4 m/s 0.0 low 3.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Otterøya

Otterøya is reached by local ferry or road bridges depending on exact location within Trøndelag-some Otterøya islands are connected by bridge, while others require short ferry hops. Check regional schedules (AtB) and local municipality transport pages for precise routes.

Tips for Visiting Otterøya

  • The island is known locally for its scenic walks; follow signposted routes and respect memorials on the site.
  • Check local ferry schedules-seasonal variations can affect day-trip planning.
  • Combine with a visit to nearby mainland villages to understand local history and landscape.