SøtefossenSøtefossen at a Glance
Things to Do
When to Go
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 17
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -4° | -13° | 184 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -4° | -13° | 139 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | -7° - -2° | -11° | 145 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 71 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 77 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 98 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 10° | 111 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 8° | 139 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 3° - 8° | 3° | 189 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 201 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | -5° - -1° | -8° | 188 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -3° | -11° | 199 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
Getting There & Around
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.