Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Hansnes, Norway

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Hansnes...

Hansnes is a coastal city in Norway. It is a quite dense city close to the ocean with a population of 342 people. The water temperature around Hansnes changes moderately year round. The temperature ranges from 3.5°C (38.4°F) in March up to 11.1°C (51.9°F) in the month of July, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 7°C (44°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Hansnes is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Hansnes?

The current water temperature in the month of April near Hansnes is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are located in close proximity to Hansnes. The closest decent spot is Unstad, which is almost 194.2km (120.6miles) away from Hansnes. Click here for more information on Unstad and its current water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try Smitingen, which is approximately 511.6km (317.8miles) away from Hansnes. Another surfspot is Smitingen, located ca 511.6km (317.8miles) from Hansnes.

Are there beaches near by?

Not too many beaches are in proximity to Hansnes. The next good beach is Kangasjärvi, which is 544.6km (338.3miles) away from Hansnes. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out Ruissalo, ca 664.4km (412.7miles) away from Hansnes.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Hansnes?

The sea temperature around Hansnes is pretty cold, reaching up to 11°C (52°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during early spring, temperatures drop down to roughly 4°C (38°F). In this season, a 5-6mm drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is required to be able to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some people might even be fine with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the diving and fishing close to Hansnes?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 4 to 9°C (38-47°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions normally change during June, July, and August when sea temperatures range from 6 to 11°C (43-52°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Hansnes: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Hansnes...

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