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Torfinnsvatnet

Lake

Mountain lake in Vestland county offering hiking, trout fishing and cabin access; trails link the lake to higher ridgelines and local mountain routes.

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Torfinnsvatnet essentials

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

Torfinnsvatnet at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Torfinnsvatnet

Visit in summer for easiest access to trails and safest weather for outdoor activities.

Summer
June-August · 8-20°C
Best for hiking and reaching mountain lakes and summits with safer trail conditions.
Winter
December-February · -10-0°C
Snow and ice common; only attempt with winter gear and experience.

Weather & Climate near Torfinnsvatnet

Climate

Torfinnsvatnet's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2599 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -6° - -3° -11° 283 mm overcast 94% 5.9 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor -7° - -3° -12° 216 mm overcast 93% 5.2 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
March Poor -6° - -2° -9° 213 mm overcast 91% 4.8 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Poor -3° - 2° -5° 109 mm overcast 87% 4.3 m/s 0.8 moderate 14.4h
May Poor 1° - 7° 1° 101 mm overcast 80% 3.9 m/s 1.2 high 17.0h
June Poor 5° - 11° 5° 133 mm overcast 76% 3.7 m/s 1.3 high 18.5h
July Poor 7° - 13° 10° 147 mm overcast 78% 3.6 m/s 1.3 high 17.8h
August Poor 7° - 12° 8° 193 mm overcast 81% 3.7 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.4h
September Poor 4° - 8° 3° 294 mm overcast 86% 4.5 m/s 0.5 low 12.7h
October Poor 1° - 4° -2° 296 mm overcast 89% 4.9 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor -3° - 0° -7° 291 mm overcast 94% 5.2 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor -5° - -2° -10° 323 mm overcast 95% 5.2 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Torfinnsvatnet

Access is usually by regional roads to nearby trailheads in Vestland county and then a marked hike; consult local municipal maps and trail information for specific routes.

Tips for Visiting Torfinnsvatnet

  • Bring a reliable topographic map and check for marked trails-Norwegian mountain topography can be deceptive in bad weather.
  • Summer is best for hiking; winter requires alpine gear.