Saltstraumen Saltstraumen
Saltstraumen is a strait and maelstrom located in Bodø Municipality, Norway. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Norway, recognized for the powerful tidal currents that move through the narrow passage.
Planning a visit
The warmest time to visit is during the summer months of June, July, and August, when daily high temperatures range between 13 °C and 16 °C. Rainfall occurs throughout the year, with September and October being the wettest months, while May and June typically see slightly fewer rainy days. The site is wheelchair accessible.
Saltstraumen is located 12 km from Bodø Airport and 836 km from Oslo. Because of its proximity to the city, it is easy to combine a trip here with other sights in Bodø Municipality.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 16 °C. The wettest is October, with about 198 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | -3 | -3 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 0 | -2 |
| Average low, °C | -8 | -8 | -6 | -2 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 1 | -4 | -7 |
| Rainfall, mm | 158 | 115 | 105 | 93 | 85 | 81 | 102 | 116 | 181 | 198 | 157 | 170 |
| Rainy days | 21 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 21 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
