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Preikestolen

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Preikestolen

Norway
Best timeMay–Sep
Set inNorway
In season~55°F high
Climate
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

27–63°F
CurrencyNOK
LanguageNorwegian
TimezoneUTC+01:00
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Map showing the location of Preikestolen
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Apr. Go in May for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightApr · 47%
WarmestJun · 63°F
WettestOct
Best windowMay–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A flat 25 by 25 metre platform with a 604m drop to Lysefjord and no railing whatsoever.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Kjeragbolten
15 mi away
Trolltunga
81 mi away
Bergen Line
120 mi away
Flam Railway
133 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Preikestolen?

The best time to visit Preikestolen is May–September, in Norway.

Where is Preikestolen?

Preikestolen is in Norway.

What is Preikestolen known for?

A flat 25 by 25 metre platform with a 604m drop to Lysefjord and no railing whatsoever.

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