Vinstre

Lake River and valley area in Innlandet, Norway

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Vinstre
61.3271, 8.8359

How to Get to Vinstre #

Regional roads from the nearest towns (like Otta or Vinstra village) provide access by car. Local bus services connect valley towns, but private transport is more flexible for exploring remote spots.

Tips for Visiting Vinstre #

  • Local anglers can point to the best spots for trout; ask at the village shop before heading out.
  • If visiting in winter, check road closures - mountain passes in the region can be shuttered by snow.

Best Time to Visit Vinstre #

Summer is best for access and recreational activities; winter offers solitude but possible access issues.

Summer (June-August)
Jun-Aug · 10-20°C
Pleasant for fishing and hiking along the river.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Dec-Feb · -10-0°C
Cold, with frozen stretches - suitable for experienced winter travelers only.

Weather & Climate near Vinstre #

Climate

Vinstre's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 15°C. Moderate rainfall (724 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -3°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
18.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 83 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
18.1h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -4°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.1h daylight

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