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Svolvær is Lofoten's principal town and a well-known hub for the seasonal skrei fishery, coastal fishing and seafood services. Its harbour supports vessels, buyers and businesses linked to northern Norwegian cod supply.
UK time. Heights relative to mean sea level, not chart datum. Not for navigation.
10°C, drizzle; wind SW 35 knots (force 8), gusts 54 knots; waves 4.3 m; sea temperature 10.1°C.
| Day | Highest waves | Wind | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 19 Oct | 4.4 m | F8 SW, gusts 61 kt | Rough |
| Tue 20 Oct | 3.3 m | F6 SW, gusts 38 kt | Rough |
| Wed 21 Oct | 1.1 m | F3 NE, gusts 11 kt | Moderate |
| Thu 22 Oct | 0.9 m | F3 E, gusts 18 kt | Moderate |
| Fri 23 Oct | 0.7 m | F3 E, gusts 23 kt | Moderate |
| Sat 24 Oct | 1.6 m | F3 E, gusts 17 kt | Rough |
| Sun 25 Oct | 0.8 m | F3 E, gusts 26 kt | Moderate |
Lofoten's cod fisheries have drawn fishing communities for centuries, and Svolvær has grown as a key service and trading centre. The annual winter fishery remains central to the area's identity.
Skrei cod, cod, haddock, saithe, herring
Svolvær is especially relevant to the high-value winter cod season, fish drying and export trade. It provides an important northern point of contact for Lofoten seafood businesses.