Storakersvatnet

Lake Highland lake in Nordland province

A remote Nordland lake offering anglers and hikers a quiet basecamp; mountain trails and fishable waters appeal to those exploring Norway’s interior lakes.

Storakersvatnet
66.1663, 14.3936

How to Get to Storakersvatnet #

Storakersvatnet is in Nordland county. Access is typically by regional roads; nearest towns and road connections vary. A car and local maps/GPS are the most reliable way to reach the lake.

Tips for Visiting Storakersvatnet #

  • Check local trail maps - some shorelines are steep and require sturdy footwear.
  • If fishing or boating, verify local regulations and any seasonal restrictions.
  • Consider visiting with a local guide in winter months when daylight is short and conditions can change quickly.

Best Time to Visit Storakersvatnet #

Summer is the practical season for access and activities; winter visits require care and local knowledge.

Summer
June-August · 8-16°C (46-61°F)
Best time for access and outdoor activities; long daylight supports longer hikes.
Winter
December-February · -5-2°C (23-36°F)
Very cold and short days; frozen surfaces may be hazardous but create stark, photographic landscapes.

Weather & Climate near Storakersvatnet #

Climate

Storakersvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1081 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -4°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.8h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
15.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
19.1h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
22.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
20.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
16.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.9h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
1.5h daylight

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