Svanfossen Waterfall

Akershus waterfall featuring cascading drops

Waterfall in Akershus county, Norway, popular as a short hiking destination for local cascades and woodland tracks.

Svanfossen at a Glance#

How to Get to Svanfossen#

Accessible from local roads in Akershus with parking near trailheads. Local hiking maps and municipal tourist information list the exact footpaths and approaches.

Tips for Visiting Svanfossen#

  • Combine a visit with nearby hikes in Akershus for a longer day out.
  • The waterfall's volume can vary seasonally-late spring usually offers the fullest flow.
  • Cross small footbridges carefully; railings can be narrow and wet.

Best Time to Visit Svanfossen#

Best April-June for water flow; summer for easiest access.

Spring
April-June · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Good flows and fresh green surroundings.
Summer
July-August · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Stable weather and accessible trails.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Crisp air and quieter trails.

Weather & Climate near Svanfossen#

Climate

Svanfossen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (759 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 20 Good
Best Time to Visit
MayJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -9° - -3° -9° 52 mm overcast 98% 2.0 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor -9° - -2° -9° 37 mm overcast 98% 1.9 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
March Poor -5° - 3° -4° 49 mm partly cloudy 92% 2.1 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Acceptable -1° - 8° 1° 42 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.2 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.4h
May Good 4° - 16° 9° 51 mm overcast 80% 2.3 m/s 1.0 moderate 17.0h
June Good 8° - 19° 14° 72 mm overcast 79% 2.3 m/s 1.3 high 18.5h
July Good 10° - 21° 16° 73 mm overcast 82% 2.1 m/s 1.3 high 17.8h
August Good 9° - 20° 14° 79 mm overcast 85% 2.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.4h
September Acceptable 5° - 14° 9° 85 mm overcast 88% 2.1 m/s 0.5 low 12.7h
October Poor 2° - 8° 3° 85 mm overcast 94% 2.0 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor -3° - 2° -3° 77 mm overcast 97% 2.0 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor -8° - -1° -8° 57 mm overcast 97% 1.9 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h