Riasten

Lake Rural area in Trøndelag, Norwegian natural scenery

Remote upland area in Trøndelag with forested hills, summer cabins and hunting paths; Riasten appeals to hikers, berry-pickers and cross-country skiers seeking low-traffic trails and cabin hospitality.

Riasten
62.8452, 11.7657

How to Get to Riasten #

Riasten lies in Trøndelag; the nearest larger transport hubs are the towns of Steinkjer and Namsos. From either town, regional roads and local ferries serve the coastal communities-travelers should consult local timetables and consider renting a car for the final links. Expect rural gravel roads and short walks from the nearest parking point.

Tips for Visiting Riasten #

  • Check local tide charts if exploring coastline features-some low-lying pebbly shores are inaccessible at high tide.
  • Bring layers: Trøndelag weather can shift quickly even in summer.
  • Ask a local at the nearest village about cabin rentals; small private cottages (hytter) can be the only nearby accommodation.

Best Time to Visit Riasten #

Summer months provide most reliable access and long daylight hours; winter offers stark scenery but more challenging travel.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Long daylight, best for hiking and coastal walks.
Winter
December-February · -5-5°C (23-41°F)
Snow and ice transform the landscape; access can be limited.

Weather & Climate near Riasten #

Climate

Riasten's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (904 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-34°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -5°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.6h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
18.4h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -4°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.7h daylight

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