Øyangen (Ringerike) Lake

Buskerud lake near Ringerike municipality

Near Ringerike in Buskerud, Øyangen is a forest-fringed lake visited for canoeing, angling and cabin stays along its wooded shoreline.

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Øyangen (Ringerike) at a Glance#

About Øyangen (Ringerike)#

Øyangen (Ringerike) is a lake landmark in Buskerud, Norway, recorded at latitude 60.17304 and longitude 10.42099.

It is identified as a freshwater lake in the Ringerike area; specific recreation details, shoreline length, or facilities are not provided in the input.

The lake is a natural feature; the supplied information does not include historical construction or usage details.

The lake sits within the Buskerud administrative area (Ringerike); distances to nearby towns or cities are not included in the provided data.

  • Coordinates: Latitude 60.17304, longitude 10.42099.

How to Get to Øyangen (Ringerike)#

Reachable by local roads from Hønefoss and other towns in Ringerike; park at the nearest layby and follow footpaths to the lake shore.

Tips for Visiting Øyangen (Ringerike)#

  • Drive from Hønefoss or take local buses toward Ringerike and ask for the nearest trailhead - the lake is best accessed by a short walk.
  • During the berry season the surrounding woods are good for foraging; observe private property signs.
  • Winter require checking ice conditions locally before attempting to cross or skate.

Best Time to Visit Øyangen (Ringerike)#

Late spring through early autumn is the best window for visiting; winter access depends on snow and ice safety.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 12-22°C
Warm water and best conditions for canoeing and fishing.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 2-12°C
Good for hiking and fewer people; vivid fall colours.

Weather & Climate near Øyangen (Ringerike)#

Climate

Øyangen (Ringerike)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (874 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 24 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -9° - -3° -10° 60 mm overcast 98% 2.5 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor -9° - -3° -10° 42 mm overcast 98% 2.4 m/s 0.1 low 8.8h
March Poor -6° - 1° -6° 60 mm partly cloudy 93% 2.7 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Poor -2° - 6° -1° 49 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.7 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.4h
May Acceptable 3° - 12° 6° 55 mm overcast 79% 2.9 m/s 1.0 moderate 17.0h
June Good 7° - 17° 12° 80 mm overcast 78% 2.9 m/s 1.3 high 18.5h
July Good 9° - 19° 14° 91 mm overcast 81% 2.6 m/s 1.3 high 17.8h
August Good 9° - 17° 13° 88 mm overcast 84% 2.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.4h
September Acceptable 5° - 12° 6° 90 mm overcast 87% 2.7 m/s 0.5 low 12.7h
October Poor 1° - 6° 1° 105 mm overcast 93% 2.4 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor -4° - 1° -5° 91 mm overcast 96% 2.2 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor -8° - -2° -9° 63 mm overcast 97% 2.2 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h