Skogsøy

Island Norwegian island with coastal fishing community

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Skogsøy
Skogsøy (Skogsøy Island), Nordland, Norway
68.8996, 14.9212
Open access
Free

How to Get to Skogsøy #

Access is normally by private boat or local ferry from mainland harbors in Nordland. Exact routes depend on the island’s specific location and local services.

Tips for Visiting Skogsøy #

  • Confirm landing permissions with local authorities or residents - many small Norwegian islands have private sections.
  • Bring warm layers and waterproofs even in summer - coastal weather changes quickly.
  • If approaching by boat, use up-to-date charts: submerged rocks and shoals can be close to shore.

Best Time to Visit Skogsøy #

Summer months are most practical for access and exploration; safety and common sense required year-round.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-16°C (46-61°F)
Calmer weather and long daylight make it the only practical season for general visits.
Shoulder seasons
May, Sep · 4-12°C (39-54°F)
Quieter but more changeable seas and weather.

Weather & Climate near Skogsøy #

Climate

Skogsøy's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1443 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

28 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.4h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
15.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
20.5h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
22.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
17.2h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
13.0h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (189 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight

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