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Årdalselvi

Salmon river in Vestland (Årdal municipality)

46.4 m³/s
Water flow
145 cm
Water level
7.1 °C
Water temperature

Last measured 02.11.2026 at 01:00 · NVE station 74.1.0

Bite index for Årdalselvi today: 3 of 4. See today's best fishing times in Speyder

Based on sun, moon and tides — a traditional heuristic, not science.

Weather at the river now: 7.3 °C, 1 m/s from SE, 0.0 mm precipitation next hour.

Weather data from MET Norway (river mouth).

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Last 7 days

Water flow has risen about 86% over the past week.

Date Water flow (m³/s) Water level (cm) Water temperature (°C)
October 26 24.8 107 7.3
October 27 25.3 108 7.3
October 28 35.3 127 7.3
October 29 43.0 140 7.2
October 30 47.8 147 7.0
October 31 48.5 148 7.0
November 1 46.0 144 7.1

Fishing season

July 15 – August 31

Fishing regulations for Årdalselvi — season dates can be adjusted mid-season; always check the current rules.

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Catch in Årdalselvi

In 2025, 28 salmon were reported caught in Årdalselvi, with an average weight of 2.6 kg.

Catch statistics year by year

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