From summer hikes to winter nights, the lodges are robust yet welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaks, sea and shifting light, while layouts fit couples, families and groups.
From late May to mid-July the sun never sets above the Arctic Circle. In Lyngvær, this means long, calm nights with soft daylight. It is a beautiful time for late hikes, golf under an orange sky, or simply sitting on the terrace as the light moves slowly across the sea.
From summer hikes to winter nights, the lodges are robust yet welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaks, sea and shifting light, while layouts fit couples, families and groups.
The dark season in Lofoten, often called the polar night, is at its deepest from mid-December to early January. In this period the sun does not rise above the horizon in Lyngvær, and the landscape is lit by soft blue and pink tones.
November and February are not fully dark, but they still feel like part of the winter light season. Days are short, the sun sits low, and the light changes quickly. Clear nights in all these months offer excellent conditions for northern lights.
It is a calm, atmospheric time to visit Lofoten, with cosy moments inside the lodge and dramatic Arctic light outside.
From summer hikes to winter nights, the lodges are robust yet welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaks, sea and shifting light, while layouts fit couples, families and groups.
Yes! Lyngvær is located in one of the best areas in Lofoten for northern lights. The lodges face open sky and have minimal light pollution, so you can often watch the aurora directly from the terrace, the jacuzzi or even the living-room windows. Peak season is from September to April, but clear, cold nights at any time in winter can bring strong shows.
From summer hikes to winter nights, the lodges are robust yet welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaks, sea and shifting light, while layouts fit couples, families and groups.
Lofoten has distinct seasons, and the weather in Lyngvær changes with them.
Winter
- brings shifting conditions with snow, wind, calm moments and occasional mild days. Temperatures are usually between -5 and +3 degrees, and clear nights often reveal strong northern lights. The landscape feels quiet and atmospheric, perfect for cosy evenings inside the lodge.
Summer
- is mild and bright, with temperatures typically between 10 and 18 degrees. During the midnight sun you have daylight around the clock, ideal for late hikes, kayaking and golf at Lofoten Links. Weather can change quickly, but the long light and soft colours make this a beautiful time to explore the islands.
Both seasons offer dramatic Arctic nature, each in their own way.
From summer hikes to winter nights, the lodges are robust yet welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaks, sea and shifting light, while layouts fit couples, families and groups.
In Lofoten, the sun returns to the horizon in early January after the polar night. In Lyngvær, the first daylight gradually appears as soft pastel tones before the sun rises fully again. By late January and February the days grow quickly, with longer sunlit hours each week.
This period is known for clear air, crisp weather, and beautiful low winter light. It is a scenic time to explore Lofoten, with snow-covered peaks and bright afternoons.
From summer hikes to winter nights, the lodges are robust yet welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaks, sea and shifting light, while layouts fit couples, families and groups.
Lofoten is beautiful in every season, and the best time to visit depends on the experience you want.
Summer in Lyngvær offers the midnight sun, long days, mild weather and ideal conditions for hiking, kayaking and golf at Lofoten Links. Autumn brings calm days, rich colours and clear nights for northern lights. Winter has dramatic Arctic light, snowy peaks and cosy evenings inside the lodge. Spring is bright and refreshing, with longer days and crisp weather.
Lofoten is a year-round destination. Each season has its own rhythm, and Lyngvær Lodges is designed to feel comfortable in all of them.