VangsvatnetAbout Vangsvatnet
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.
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 1° | -4° | 177 mm | overcast | 94% | 1.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 1° | -4° | 141 mm | overcast | 93% | 1.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 4° | -1° | 131 mm | overcast | 91% | 1.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 1° - 8° | 3° | 68 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 9° | 63 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 9° - 17° | 13° | 77 mm | overcast | 76% | 1.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 18° | 15° | 89 mm | overcast | 78% | 1.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 18° | 14° | 116 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 7° - 13° | 10° | 175 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 9° | 6° | 183 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | 1° | 181 mm | overcast | 94% | 1.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 2° | -2° | 210 mm | overcast | 95% | 1.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
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.