Lofoten

Plan your trip to Lofoten in Nordland, Norway. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Nordland, Norway, Scandinavia
Coordinates
68.133514, 13.820818
Area
2 km²

Weather & Climate in Lofoten

The warmest temperatures in Lofoten occur in July, averaging 15.1°C (up to 18.9°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -3.5°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in February with average rainfall of 68.4mm. Average humidity: 75.6%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -3.5°C (rainfall: 103.7mm)
  • February: -1.4°C (rainfall: 68.4mm)
  • March: -0.4°C (rainfall: 89.0mm)
  • April: 2.8°C (rainfall: 98.0mm)
  • May: 7.9°C (rainfall: 201.5mm)
  • June: 13.2°C (rainfall: 132.9mm)
  • July: 15.1°C (rainfall: 176.4mm)
  • August: 14.8°C (rainfall: 164.0mm)
  • September: 10.4°C (rainfall: 150.8mm)
  • October: 7.1°C (rainfall: 133.4mm)
  • November: 1.2°C (rainfall: 105.6mm)
  • December: -2.4°C (rainfall: 124.3mm)

Recommended Packing List for Lofoten

Based on average temperature of 5.4°C, typical conditions, humidity 78%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 5°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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