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Weather forecast forFlyndervika, Sortland (Nordland)

  1. Applies to Helgeland, Salten, Ofoten, Lofoten og Vesterålen

    Locally moderate vessel icing is expected in coastal and fjord districts from Thursday morning in North Helgeland, Salten, Lofoten, Ofoten and Vesterålen.

    Severity
    Yellow severity - moderate danger
    Orange severity - considerable danger
    Red severity - extreme danger
    The colour tells you how severe the situation can become (hjelp.yr.no)

    InstructionsRemove ice from the boat.

    ConsequencesRapid ice accumulation on a small boat may cause it to lose its stability, tip over and sink. For ships the issue is more directed towards slippery decks, handrailing, ladders, iced down safety boats and safety equipment. Ice accumulation may also damage radio communication if the antennas are freezing. Moderate ice accumulation on the bow/bridge of the ship.

    1. Thursday January 21, 2021 06:00 - Increasing danger
    Map of extreme weather Frank: Moderate icing on ships, yellow level, Helgeland, Salten, Ofoten, Lofoten og Vesterålen, 21 January 05:00 UTC to 22 January 23:00 UTC.

  2. Applies to Skomvaer - Andenes

    Thursday evening and Friday southeast near to gale force 8 in exposed places.

    Severity
    Yellow severity - moderate danger
    Orange severity - considerable danger
    Red severity - extreme danger
    The colour tells you how severe the situation can become (hjelp.yr.no)

    InstructionsDo not go out at sea in a small boat.

    ConsequencesModerate waves. Risk of dangerous situations when in a small boat at sea. Moderately high waves with breaking crests forming spindrift. Considerable airborne spray.

    1. Thursday January 21, 2021 12:00 - Increasing danger

  3. Applies to Lofoten and Vesteraalen

    From Thursday evening to Friday morning expected southeast gale force 8, with locally strong gusts 30-35 m/s.

    Severity
    Yellow severity - moderate danger
    Orange severity - considerable danger
    Red severity - extreme danger
    The colour tells you how severe the situation can become (hjelp.yr.no)

    InstructionsSecure loose objects. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no).

    ConsequencesLoose items may be taken by the wind. Possibly cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport. Some journeys may have longer travel times. Blowing snow causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads.

    1. Thursday January 21, 2021 19:00 - Wind increases
    2. Friday January 22, 2021 07:00 - Wind wanes
    Map of strong wind gusts, yellow level, Lofoten and Vesteraalen, 21 January 18:00 UTC to 22 January 06:00 UTC.
Today, Thursday 21/01/2021
Time Forecast Temp. Precipitation Wind
22:00–00:00
Cloudy.
 -4° 0 – 0.3 mm Fresh breeze, 9 m/s from eastFresh breeze, 9 m/s from east
Tomorrow, Friday 22/01/2021
Time Forecast Temp. Precipitation Wind
00:00–06:00
Cloudy.
 -4° 0 – 1.4 mm Fresh breeze, 9 m/s from eastFresh breeze, 9 m/s from east
06:00–12:00
Cloudy.
 -7° 0 mm Strong breeze, 11 m/s from eastStrong breeze, 11 m/s from east
12:00–18:00
Fair.
 -6° 0 mm Fresh breeze, 8 m/s from eastFresh breeze, 8 m/s from east
18:00–00:00
Partly cloudy.
 -4° 0 mm Moderate breeze, 7 m/s from eastModerate breeze, 7 m/s from east
Saturday, 23/01/2021
Time Forecast Temp. Precipitation Wind
00:00–06:00
Cloudy.
 -4° 0 mm Fresh breeze, 8 m/s from east-northeastFresh breeze, 8 m/s from east-northeast
06:00–12:00
Cloudy.
 -4° 0 mm Moderate breeze, 6 m/s from east-northeastModerate breeze, 6 m/s from east-northeast
12:00–18:00
Fair.
 -6° 0 mm Moderate breeze, 6 m/s from east-northeastModerate breeze, 6 m/s from east-northeast
18:00–00:00
Clear sky.
 -6° 0 mm Gentle breeze, 4 m/s from east-northeastGentle breeze, 4 m/s from east-northeast

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Avalanche forecast

Avalanche forecast for Lofoten og Vesterålen area

Next update: ca 22.1. 16:00

Today, 21.1.

Avalanche danger level Low

Tomorrow, 22.1.

Avalanche danger level Moderate

Detailed avalanche forecast

The meteorologist’s text forecast

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Sun and moon, 21/01/2021
Sun Moon
; Sunrise 10:17 ; Moonrise 10:27
Sunset 14:07 Moonset 01:39

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Latitude/longitude: 68°40′06″N 14°48′41″E
Decimal coordinates: 68.6686 14.8114

Altitude: 3 m.

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Norwegian Mapping and Cadastre Authority

Norwegian place names are regulated by the Norwegian Mapping and Cadastre Authority. Last updated in February 2015.

Approved names: Flyndervika (accepted by the Mapping Authority in 1975).

Category: Inlet at sea
Municipality: Sortland, Nordland.
SSR-ID: 1266476 (2812984)