Vigra (island)
Island Island in Ålesund municipality, hosts Vigra Airport
Coastal island in Giske municipality, home to Ålesund Airport (Vigra); visitors stop for coastal walks, birdwatching and sea views of the Sunnmøre archipelago.
Vigra is an island in Giske municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, on the western coast of Norway. It is notable for hosting Ålesund Airport, Vigra, the primary airport serving the Ålesund area.
The island’s main practical draw is the airport; the remainder of Vigra is rural coastal landscape with low-lying farmland, shoreline views and local roads. Outdoor activity on the island mainly consists of coastal walks and birdwatching along the shorelines.
Local economy and land use historically center on fishing and small-scale farming, with the airport providing the principal transport link for the surrounding region. The presence of the airport shaped later development and transport connections for the island.
Vigra sits off the coast of western Norway within Giske municipality, west of the town of Ålesund on the Norwegian Sea coast.
- Airport location: Serves as the site of Ålesund Airport, Vigra, which is the main air gateway for the Ålesund region.
What to See #
- Ålesund Airport (Vigra): The regional airport serving Ålesund and the Sunnmøre area is located on the island and handles domestic and some international flights.
How to Get to Vigra (island) #
Ålesund Airport, Vigra (AES) serves the island with regional flights to Oslo and other Norwegian cities. The airport is connected to the mainland by road and local bus services; from the airport many local roads and paths lead to viewpoints and coastal walks.
Tips for Visiting Vigra (island) #
- Vigra has an airport (Ålesund Airport, Vigra) - check flight schedules for the regional carrier and connections.
- The island is small; rent a bicycle or use local buses to explore its shores and viewpoints.
Best Time to Visit Vigra (island) #
Vigra is accessible year-round by air and road, but summer provides the most comfortable visiting conditions for coastal walks and island exploration.
Weather & Climate near Vigra (island) #
Vigra (island)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1393 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (164 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (164 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (164 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
