Ramnefjellsfossen
Waterfall Tall Norwegian waterfall cascading from steep mountain slopes
High waterfall near Loen in western Norway cascading from glacial slopes; hikers and photographers visit viewpoints along nearby roads and trails.
Ramnefjellsfossen is a large cascading waterfall on the slopes of Ramnefjell in Vestland county, western Norway, where steep mountain faces drop toward the valley and the nearby glacial lakes.
The waterfall is best known for its very high, multi-tiered drop and seasonal flow that varies with snowmelt and glacier runoff; it is visually impressive but not easily approached from the main roads. The mountain slopes in this area were the site of major rockslides in the early 20th century that caused destructive waves on adjacent lakes and affected nearby settlements.
The waterfall lies inland in Vestland’s mountainous fjord landscape, with viewpoints best reached from local roads and lake-based approaches rather than direct roadside access.
- Historic rockslides: The mountain slope above the waterfall was the source of major rockslides in the early 20th century that triggered deadly waves on the downstream lake and led to significant local loss of life.
Best Time to Visit Ramnefjellsfossen #
Visit in late spring to early summer (May-July) when snowmelt produces the strongest flow and trails are most accessible.
Weather & Climate near Ramnefjellsfossen #
Ramnefjellsfossen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1658 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (206 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
