Prestesteinsvatnet Lake

High mountain lake in Vestland county

A mountain lake in Vestland, Norway. Hikers use it as a waypoint on alpine trails; anglers visit for freshwater trout and quiet shoreline views among nearby ridges.

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Prestesteinsvatnet at a Glance#

Address: Prestesteinsvatnet, Vestland, Norway

Hours: Accessible year‑round (seasonal variations in access due to snow)

Admission: Free (natural area)

How to Get to Prestesteinsvatnet#

Reachable via regional roads and mountain trails from nearby Vestland communities; hiking routes and maps available locally. Access depends on seasonal road maintenance and snow conditions.

Tips for Visiting Prestesteinsvatnet#

  • Check local trail markers and weather before heading out-mountain weather in Vestland can be changeable.
  • Respect fishing and grazing rights on the lakeshore; many routes pass through private or managed land.
  • Bring insect protection in summer; mosquitoes can be numerous near slow water.

Best Time to Visit Prestesteinsvatnet#

Summer and early autumn are best for hiking and lake access; winter demands alpine experience.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-18°C
Ideal for hiking and enjoying alpine lakes.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 0-10°C
Colorful foliage and quieter trails; early snow possible.
Winter
Dec-Mar · -10-0°C
Snow and ice-winter skills required for safe access.

Weather & Climate near Prestesteinsvatnet#

Climate

Prestesteinsvatnet's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1166 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -7°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.9h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.1h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
15.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -4°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -6°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.1h daylight

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