Nordland (Andøya / Vesterålen), Norway • Norwegian Sea

Bleik Beach (Andøya)

A 2.5-kilometer unbroken curve of powdery white sand, gazing directly out at the famous cone-shaped Bleiksøya puffin colony island.

Bleik Beach (Andøya) in Nordland (Andøya / Vesterålen), Norway

Photo: Wolfgang Hägele (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Join a boat safari from Bleik harbor to see over 80,000 pairs of Atlantic puffins nesting on Bleiksøya
  • Part of the National Scenic Route Andøya, one of Norway's most spectacular coastal drives
  • Watch the Midnight Sun hover directly over the ocean horizon without setting

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 13.4°C (Peak Air: 17°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 7.2°C · Jun: 10.1°C · Jul: 12.8°C · Aug: 13.4°C · Sep: 11.8°C · Oct: 9.4°C
Best Months June, July, August
Sand & Shoreline Fine White Sand • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Deep Azure (Clarity: 4.5/5 • Scenery: 4.2/5)
Daily Cost Guide €45/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 69.2722°N, 15.9583°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Norway Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Active
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: Available
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Accessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Nordland (Andøya / Vesterålen), Norway.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bleik Beach (Andøya)

What is the water temperature at Bleik Beach (Andøya)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Bleik Beach (Andøya) averages 13.4°C (56°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Bleik Beach (Andøya)?

Bleik Beach (Andøya) is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Nordland (Andøya / Vesterålen), Norway.

Is Bleik Beach (Andøya) good for families with kids?

Yes, Bleik Beach (Andøya) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Bleik Beach (Andøya)?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

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