Øvre Sjodalsvatn
Lake Norwegian mountain lake in Innlandet county
A mountain lake in Innlandet’s Sjodalen valley, Øvre Sjodalsvatn functions as access for hiking and freshwater fishing amid Norway’s upland terrain.
Øvre Sjodalsvatn is a lake landmark in Innlandet county, Norway, at latitude 61.53481 and longitude 8.89378.
As a named lake in Innlandet, its physical characteristics and visitor amenities are not detailed in the provided data.
The lake is a natural geographic feature; no construction history or human-made origin is indicated in the supplied information.
The lake lies in the Innlandet administrative region; the input does not provide nearby town names or distances.
- Coordinates: Latitude 61.53481, longitude 8.89378.
How to Get to Øvre Sjodalsvatn #
Access is by local county roads and marked hiking trails in Innlandet; the lake is typically reached from nearby valley roads and trailheads - consult local maps and seasonal route guides.
Tips for Visiting Øvre Sjodalsvatn #
- Check local trail maps before setting off; some approaches can be boggy in early summer melt.
- If planning fishing, ensure the right permits and local regulations are observed.
- Use the nearest mountain huts or marked camp sites as base points - weather in the region can change quickly.
Best Time to Visit Øvre Sjodalsvatn #
Summer months are the most reliable for access and outdoor activities; check conditions outside of this period.
Weather & Climate near Øvre Sjodalsvatn #
Øvre Sjodalsvatn'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 16°C. Moderate rainfall (629 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 76 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.