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Lakselva

Salmon river in Finnmark (Porsanger municipality)

25.1 m³/s
Water flow
147 cm
Water level
Water temperature

Last measured 03.08.2026 at 06:00 · NVE station 224.1.0

Bite index for Lakselva 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: 14.2 °C, 0 m/s from E, 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 23% over the past week.

Date Water flow (m³/s) Water level (cm)
July 27 20.2 138
July 28 20.1 137
July 29 20.8 139
July 30 21.3 140
July 31 22.6 142
August 1 23.8 144
August 2 24.8 146

Fishing season

June 1 – August 31

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

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Catch in Lakselva

In 2025, 943 salmon were reported caught in Lakselva, with an average weight of 5.6 kg.

Catch statistics year by year

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