Sysenvatnet

Lake Mountain lake in Vestland, popular for hiking

A mountain lake in Vestland county used by hikers and anglers, offering access to upland trails and typical Norwegian lakeside scenery.

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Sysenvatnet
60.4176, 7.4188

How to Get to Sysenvatnet #

Sysenvatnet is reached via county roads in Vestland. The nearest larger centre is Odda/Hardanger region; from there follow local roads and hiking trailheads that lead to the lake. Public transport may reach nearby villages; check local bus timetables.

Tips for Visiting Sysenvatnet #

  • Bring a waterproof jacket-the western Vestland weather can change quickly even in summer.
  • Combine a visit with hikes in the surrounding Folgefonna National Park region for glacier views and waterfalls.
  • Use local ferry and road timetables-some approaches require short ferry crossings or narrow fjord roads.

Best Time to Visit Sysenvatnet #

Best visited in summer and late spring for the most reliable trail conditions and accessible roads.

Summer
June-August · 8-18°C
Warmest and driest period for hiking and exploring lakes in Vestland.
Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 4-16°C
Good window for trails; expect variable weather and occasional rain.

Weather & Climate near Sysenvatnet #

Climate

Sysenvatnet'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 14°C. Moderate rainfall (960 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-36°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.3 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 -9°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.2 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 -6°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.1 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 0°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
18.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
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 (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.0 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 -8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.5h daylight

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