Søtefossen

Waterfall Vestland waterfall with picturesque cascades

Waterfall in Vestland, Norway; a roadside or short‑trail stop for views of falling water and nearby mountain streams.

Main image
Søtefossen
60.3310, 6.8018

How to Get to Søtefossen #

Reached from nearby Vestland towns via local roads and marked footpaths. Parking is typically available at trailheads; consult local municipal sites for precise directions depending on the approach.

Tips for Visiting Søtefossen #

  • Wear shoes with good grip-the rocks around the falls are slick year-round.
  • Visit on weekdays to avoid picnic crowds in summer.
  • If trying to photograph the entire drop, use a neutral density filter for longer exposures.

Best Time to Visit Søtefossen #

Best in spring for water flow; summer is busiest.

Spring
April-June · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Higher flows and lush surroundings.
Summer
July-August · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Warmer and popular with families.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Crisp air and clearer light for photos.

Weather & Climate near Søtefossen #

Climate

Søtefossen's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1741 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

21 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -4°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

184 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -4°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
4.5 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 -4°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
18.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

201 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

188 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

Nearby Attractions to Søtefossen