VigraAbout Vigra (island)
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.
Nearby Attractions to Vigra (island)
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'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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 4° | -3° | 130 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 4° | -3° | 110 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 106 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 76 mm | overcast | 82% | 5.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 6° | 58 mm | overcast | 80% | 5.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 9° - 14° | 11° | 72 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 19.3h |
| July | Good | 11° - 15° | 13° | 80 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.4h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 16° | 14° | 112 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 13° | 11° | 164 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 164 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 164 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 5° | -2° | 157 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
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.