Faroe Islands are dominated by a temperate marine climate. This area is characterized by warm winters and fairly wet summers with low temperature. Such soft climate is due to the Gulf Stream flowing nearby. The warmest month in the year is August, having an average temperature of 11°C. February is considered to be the coldest month, with an average temperature of -4.5°C. The sunniest month is March. During this period, there is practically no precipitation and the weather is most often clear. It is worth noting that the weather in the Faroe Islands is characterized by extreme instability, under the influence of air masses coming to the land from the Atlantic Ocean. Clear sky can be replaced by storm clouds in a matter of minutes. In total, about 1,300 millimeters of precipitation falls on the territory of the Faroe Islands yearly.
The history of the Faroe Islands started yet in the 9th century, but only in the 20th century the islands became independent and nowadays are …
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Top periods for vacation in Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands in recent years, is gaining popularity among travelers around the world. Despite the very wet, cool and rainy weather, the Faroe Islands can present you an unforgettable vacation. The best period for visiting the islands are all three months of summer, as well as the beginning of autumn. The peak of tourist activity falls at the end of July. The fact is that during this time (at the end of July) and in early August, the country has the warmest and sunniest weather, which is totally ideal for long walks and enjoyment of local places of interest. In addition, it is at the end of July that the most important festival of the Faroe Islands, called Olavsøka, takes place. Diving is particularly popular on the islands. Due to the fact that this sport became widespread in the islands less than 10 years ago, the vast territory of the coast remains unexplored. Therefore, each diver can feel like a real trailblazer and perhaps even discover a treasure.
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Actual weather forecast for Torshavn, Faroe Islands
Map of wind conditions for Faroe Islands area
Map of Faroe Islands temperature forecast
1. You can zoom in to Faroe Islands using the '+' button, or check temperatures around the globe by the '-' button.2. Besides this, you can grab the map by your mouse button and move it to see the temperature in other regions.
Rain forecast for Faroe Islands area
1. Using the control panel above this map, you can check the rain forecast for Faroe Islands for any period within next 10 days.2. Via the top control panel, you can check the following weather parameters: Temperature, Cloud cover, Precipitation, Wind and Pressure.