Speyder
The salmon angler's best friend
Altaelva
Salmon river in Finnmark
87.6 m³/s
Water flow
107 cm
Water level
3.5 °C
Water temperature
Bite index for Altaelva today: 2 of 4. See today's best fishing times in Speyder
Weather at the river now: 4.6 °C, 3 m/s from W, 0.0 mm precipitation next hour.
Last 7 days
Water flow has risen about 16% over the past week.
| Date | Water flow (m³/s) | Water level (cm) | Water temperature (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 25 | 75.1 | 97 | 4.9 |
| October 26 | 77.2 | 98 | 5.0 |
| October 27 | 79.9 | 101 | 4.8 |
| October 28 | 81.3 | 102 | 4.6 |
| October 29 | 84.3 | 105 | 4.4 |
| October 30 | 86.8 | 107 | 4.2 |
| October 31 | 87.1 | 107 | 4.2 |
Fishing season
June 1 – August 31
Fishing regulations for Altaelva — season dates can be adjusted mid-season; always check the current rules.
Catch in Altaelva
In 2025, 3,062 salmon were reported caught in Altaelva, with an average weight of 4.9 kg.
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