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

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

Stjordalshalsen is a coastal city in Norway. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 11416 people. The water temperature around Stjordalshalsen varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 4.5°C (40.1°F) in February up to 12.9°C (55.1°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 8°C (47°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Stjordalshalsen 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 Stjordalshalsen?

The current water temperature in the month of June near Stjordalshalsen is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located in proximity to Stjordalshalsen. The closest decent spot is Farstadstranda-Farstad, which is 123.2km (76.5miles) away from Stjordalshalsen. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Farstadstranda-Farstad and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try surfing Alnes Lighthouse Godoy, which is ca 172.2km (107miles) away from Stjordalshalsen. Another good surfspot is Alnes Lighthouse Godoy, located approximately 172.2km (107miles) from Stjordalshalsen.

Are there beaches close by?

No, not too many beaches are located close to Stjordalshalsen. A beach that might be worth checking out is Kangasjärvi, which is almost 368.6km (229miles) away from Stjordalshalsen. If you have some extra time, you can also check out Skagen Strand, which is approximately 397.5km (246.9miles) away from Stjordalshalsen.

What wetsuit do I need for Stjordalshalsen?

The water temperature around Stjordalshalsen is pretty cold, reaching up to 13°C (55°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 4/3 wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving . However, during January, February, and March, water temperatures come down to 5°C (40°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 high-quality 5/6mm wetsuit for very short amounts of time . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a stack of extra warm clothing and hot drinks.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Stjordalshalsen?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 5 to 10°C (40-49°F) during winter. Pollock, Winter Flounder, and Atlantic Cod can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions change during August, September, and October when temperatures go up to 8 to 13°C (46-55°F). Fish that like to swim in waters of this temperature range include: Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog.

Directions to Stjordalshalsen: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Stjordalshalsen...

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