Vik is a municipality in the county of Sogn og Fjordane in Norway. It is located on the southern coast of the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. The municipality covers an area of approximately 590 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 3,400 people.
Vik is known for its stunning natural beauty, with mountains, fjords, and beaches that attract visitors from all over the world. It is also home to some of the oldest farms in Norway, many of which are still in operation today. The town of Vik is the largest settlement in the municipality, and it is here that most of the services and activities are located.
The area around Vik has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and there are several archaeological sites that date back to the Iron Age. In the Middle Ages, Vik was an important trading centre, and it was also an important port of call for ships travelling between Bergen and Trondheim. In the 19th century, Vik was home to a number of important industries, including shipbuilding and fishing.
Vik is also known for its cultural heritage, which includes several traditional festivals, such as the Vikafestivalen, which is celebrated every year in August. The municipality is also home to several important historical sites, including the ruins of the old Vik Church, which dates back to the 12th century.
In recent years, Vik has become a popular tourist destination, and it is home to a number of attractions, including the Vikafjorden Nature Reserve, which is a popular spot for birdwatching. It is also home to the Vikafjell mountain range, which offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Overall, Vik is a beautiful and historically significant municipality in Norway that offers visitors a unique experience.
Experience Vik with unforgettable activities by our partner GetYourGuide. The offer is also ideal as a special gift idea for family and friends who are planning to visit Vik. Cancellations are possible up to 24h before the start of the activity (unless otherwise stated in the activity description), with a full refund of the booking price.
Vik in Norway has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters. In summer, temperatures range from 12 to 20 degrees Celsius, while in winter temperatures range from -10 to +5 degrees Celsius. Rainfall is fairly consistent throughout the year, and snowfall is common in winter. Spring is characterised by mild temperatures and increasing daylight hours, while autumn brings cooler temperatures and decreasing daylight hours. Overall, the climate in Vik is moderate and relatively mild compared to other parts of Norway.
Our weather forecast for Vik helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Apr. 28th 2024 Apr. 28th 2024 | max: 4.4 °C min: -1.8 °C |
10.8 m/s 32.4 m/s |
69.6 % 12.1 m |
64.4 % 1,014 hPa |
05:33:24 21:30:46 |
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Apr. 29th 2024 Apr. 29th 2024 | max: 5.3 °C min: 1.9 °C |
32.8 m/s 63.7 m/s |
93.3 % 1.2 m |
74.8 % 1,011 hPa |
05:30:30 21:33:25 |
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Apr. 30th 2024 Apr. 30th 2024 | max: 6.6 °C min: 2.2 °C |
14.4 m/s 36.7 m/s |
87.3 % 13.6 m |
62.5 % 1,022 hPa |
05:27:37 21:36:03 |
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May. 1st 2024 May. 1st 2024 | max: 8.6 °C min: 5.3 °C |
10.6 m/s 25.2 m/s |
82.9 % 19.0 m |
65.9 % 1,023 hPa |
05:24:44 21:38:41 |
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May. 2nd 2024 May. 2nd 2024 | max: 13.5 °C min: 6.6 °C |
9.7 m/s 19.3 m/s |
31.4 % 24.1 m |
69.5 % 1,022 hPa |
05:21:53 21:41:19 |
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May. 3rd 2024 May. 3rd 2024 | max: 14.4 °C min: 4.4 °C |
6.5 m/s 6.8 m/s |
59.0 % 24.1 m |
70.9 % 1,021 hPa |
05:19:04 21:43:57 |
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May. 4th 2024 May. 4th 2024 | max: 8.3 °C min: 2.9 °C |
8.6 m/s 10.1 m/s |
66.1 % 21.7 m |
82.5 % 1,014 hPa |
05:16:15 21:46:35 |
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May. 5th 2024 May. 5th 2024 | max: 2.4 °C min: -2.4 °C |
12.6 m/s 12.6 m/s |
64.3 % 22.1 m |
71.2 % 1,014 hPa |
05:13:28 21:49:13 |
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May. 6th 2024 May. 6th 2024 | max: 1.9 °C min: -1.9 °C |
9.0 m/s 10.1 m/s |
77.5 % 15.7 m |
76.3 % 1,015 hPa |
05:10:42 21:51:50 |
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May. 7th 2024 May. 7th 2024 | max: 4.2 °C min: -3.2 °C |
8.3 m/s 8.3 m/s |
63.2 % 23.8 m |
67.5 % 1,018 hPa |
05:07:57 21:54:27 |
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May. 8th 2024 May. 8th 2024 | max: 3.6 °C min: -1.2 °C |
11.9 m/s 16.2 m/s |
98.7 % 11.8 m |
88.9 % 1,022 hPa |
05:05:14 21:57:04 |
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May. 9th 2024 May. 9th 2024 | max: 11.1 °C min: 2.3 °C |
20.2 m/s 41.8 m/s |
81.8 % 20.6 m |
70.2 % 1,016 hPa |
05:02:33 21:59:40 |
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May. 10th 2024 May. 10th 2024 | max: 9.2 °C min: 3.5 °C |
25.2 m/s 53.6 m/s |
80.1 % 22.6 m |
75.0 % 1,008 hPa |
04:59:53 22:02:15 |
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May. 11th 2024 May. 11th 2024 | max: 5.1 °C min: 1.9 °C |
14.0 m/s 20.2 m/s |
99.9 % 3.0 m |
91.8 % 1,012 hPa |
04:57:15 22:04:50 |
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May. 12th 2024 May. 12th 2024 | max: 4.5 °C min: 0.1 °C |
9.7 m/s 9.7 m/s |
99.4 % 13.1 m |
78.0 % 1,017 hPa |
04:54:38 22:07:24 |
Would you like to travel to Vik on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Vik.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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May 9th 2024 Thursday, 9th of May 2024 | AIDAdiva | 07:30 am | 03:00 pm | |
May 22nd 2024 Wednesday, 22nd of May 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 4th 2024 Tuesday, 4th of Jun. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 09:30 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 17th 2024 Monday, 17th of Jun. 2024 | AIDAmar | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 18th 2024 Tuesday, 18th of Jun. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 09:30 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 2nd 2024 Tuesday, 2nd of Jul. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 10:30 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 17th 2024 Wednesday, 17th of Jul. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 23rd 2024 Tuesday, 23rd of Jul. 2024 | AIDAsol | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 31st 2024 Wednesday, 31st of Jul. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 5th 2024 Monday, 5th of Aug. 2024 | AIDAmar | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 8th 2024 Thursday, 8th of Aug. 2024 | AIDAluna | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 14th 2024 Wednesday, 14th of Aug. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 28th 2024 Wednesday, 28th of Aug. 2024 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 2nd 2024 Monday, 2nd of Sep. 2024 | AIDAsol | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 10th 2024 Tuesday, 10th of Sep. 2024 | AIDAmar | 10:30 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 25th 2024 Wednesday, 25th of Sep. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 9th 2024 Wednesday, 9th of Oct. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 23rd 2024 Wednesday, 23rd of Oct. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Apr. 17th 2025 Thursday, 17th of Apr. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 4th 2025 Wednesday, 4th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 18th 2025 Wednesday, 18th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jun. 23rd 2025 Monday, 23rd of Jun. 2025 | AIDAsol | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 2nd 2025 Wednesday, 2nd of Jul. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAmar | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 09:30 am | 07:30 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAmar | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 09:30 am | 07:30 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 13th 2025 Wednesday, 13th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 26th 2025 Tuesday, 26th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:30 am | 06:30 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 8th 2025 Monday, 8th of Sep. 2025 | MSC Preziosa | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 10th 2025 Wednesday, 10th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 24th 2025 Wednesday, 24th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 30th 2025 Tuesday, 30th of Sep. 2025 | MSC Preziosa | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 8th 2025 Wednesday, 8th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 16th 2025 Thursday, 16th of Oct. 2025 | AIDAluna | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 22nd 2025 Wednesday, 22nd of Oct. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
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