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

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

Honningsvag is a coastal city in Norway. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 2541 people. The water temperature around Honningsvag has average variability during the year. The temperature ranges from 2.7°C (36.9°F) in March up to 8°C (46.4°F) in the month of July, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 5°C (42°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Honningsvag 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 Honningsvag?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Honningsvag is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located in close proximity to Honningsvag. The closest decent spot is Unstad, which is almost 368.3km (228.8miles) away from Honningsvag. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Unstad and its current water temperature. If you don't mind the long drive, you can also check out Smitingen, which is approximately 631.9km (392.5miles) away from Honningsvag. Another good surfspot is Smitingen, located 631.9km (392.5miles) from Honningsvag.

Are there beaches near by?

No, not too many beaches are in proximity to Honningsvag. The next good one is Kangasjärvi, which is more than 622.7km (386.7miles) away from Honningsvag. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out Ruissalo, which is 740.4km (459.9miles) away from Honningsvag.

What kind of wetsuit thickness do I need for Honningsvag?

The water temperature around Honningsvag is very cold, reaching up to 8°C (46°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 4-5mm wetsuit is required to feel not too cold, but some might even be fine with a very good 4/3mm suit for short periods of time for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Honningsvag. However, during early spring, temperatures come down to 3°C (37°F). During these months, a 5/6 drysuit with booties, hoddie and gloves is recommended to feel not too cold, but some might even be ok with a very good 5/6mm wetsuit for very short periods of time . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to carry a big supply of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Honningsvag?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 3 to 8°C (37-46°F) during February, March, and April. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during June, July, and August when temperatures reach 3 to 8°C (37-46°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Haddock, Pollock, and Atlantic Cod.

Directions to Honningsvag: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Honningsvag...

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