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Storglomvatnet

Lake

A mountain lake/reservoir in Nordland, Storglomvatnet sits among ridges and attracts hikers and anglers using nearby trails and summer mountain routes.

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Storglomvatnet essentials

Country: Norway
Driest months: Apr-Jun
Pay in: Krone (kr)
Language: Norwegian
Emergency: 112

Storglomvatnet at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Storglomvatnet

Best visited in summer for hiking and fishing; winter conditions can be severe and require mountaineering experience.

Summer
June-August · 5-15°C
Mild temperatures, long daylight, good for hiking and fishing.
Late autumn
Sep-Oct · -2-8°C
Brisk air and fewer visitors; changing colors on surrounding slopes.

Weather & Climate near Storglomvatnet

Climate

Storglomvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1631 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 13 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-32°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -7° - -2° -11° 174 mm overcast 97% 4.9 m/s 0.0 low 3.8h
February Poor -8° - -3° -11° 137 mm overcast 96% 5.0 m/s 0.0 low 7.8h
March Poor -6° - -1° -9° 118 mm overcast 95% 4.8 m/s 0.1 low 11.5h
April Poor -4° - 2° -5° 85 mm overcast 93% 3.9 m/s 0.5 moderate 15.2h
May Poor 1° - 6° 4° 75 mm overcast 92% 4.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 19.1h
June Acceptable 4° - 10° 5° 85 mm overcast 89% 3.8 m/s 1.1 high 22.6h
July Acceptable 7° - 13° 8° 117 mm overcast 87% 3.3 m/s 1.0 moderate 20.6h
August Poor 7° - 12° 8° 143 mm overcast 88% 3.4 m/s 0.6 moderate 16.6h
September Poor 4° - 8° 3° 167 mm overcast 93% 4.0 m/s 0.3 low 12.9h
October Poor 1° - 4° -2° 193 mm overcast 96% 4.6 m/s 0.1 low 9.2h
November Poor -4° - 1° -7° 157 mm overcast 97% 4.8 m/s 0.0 low 5.2h
December Poor -6° - -1° -10° 180 mm overcast 97% 5.1 m/s 0.0 low 1.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Storglomvatnet

Reached via mountain roads and forestry tracks from nearby communities in Nordland; access often requires a vehicle with good clearance and local knowledge of trails.

Tips for Visiting Storglomvatnet

  • If visiting for hiking or fishing, hire a local guide familiar with terrain and weather changes.
  • In summer the midnight sun and long daylight hours are useful for extended lake exploration; in winter only experienced parties should attempt access due to deep snow.
  • Respect fishing regulations and local conservation rules - Storglomvatnet is fed by glacier and mountain streams.