Vangsvatnet
Lake Lake near Voss in Vestland, Norway
A lake near Voss in Vestland, Vangsvatnet provides boating, trout fishing and mountain views and sits close to Voss’s outdoor‑sports infrastructure.
Vangsvatnet is a lake in Vestland county in western Norway that lies adjacent to the town of Voss. The lake is an important local landmark and is used for recreation and scenic enjoyment by residents and visitors.
Shorelines and paths around the lake provide viewpoints and access for small boats, angling and shoreline walks. The lake is closely integrated with the town of Voss and its transport links, so it is commonly visited as part of town-based activities.
Vangsvatnet is located directly beside Vossevangen, within Voss municipality in Vestland, and is easily reached from the town centre and nearby rail and road connections.
- Proximity to Voss: Sits immediately beside the town of Voss, making it a frequent local recreational area for walking, fishing and watersports.
How to Get to Vangsvatnet #
Vangsvatnet is easily reached from Voss town center. From Voss railway station it is a short walk (under 10 minutes) to the lakeshore. Regional buses and roads connect Voss with Bergen and other nearby towns.
Tips for Visiting Vangsvatnet #
- If planning to hike the shore, start early in summer to avoid midges and to get the best light for photography.
- Local buses serve Voss and nearby towns; taxi or bike the final stretch to reach lake access points.
Best Time to Visit Vangsvatnet #
Vangsvatnet is a year-round landscape shaped by season: summer for water activities and winter for snow sports, with spring and autumn offering quieter, introspective moods.
Weather & Climate near Vangsvatnet #
Vangsvatnet's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1611 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
