Climate Insights for Sandefjord

Vestfold, Norway

Hottest
July
20°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low27°F low
Wettest
October
133 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sandefjord is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,140 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sandefjord receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sandefjord is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 188cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Sandefjord is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 44.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Sandefjord receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sandefjord is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 74in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -3°FebMax: 2°Average: 0°Min: -2°MarMax: 5°Average: 2°Min: 0°AprMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 3°MayMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 8°JunMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 12°JulMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 14°AugMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 13°SepMax: 16°Average: 14°Min: 11°OctMax: 11°Average: 8°Min: 6°NovMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°DecMax: 2°Average: 1°Min: -1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 30°FMin: 27°FFebMax: 36°FAverage: 32°FMin: 28°FMarMax: 41°FAverage: 36°FMin: 31°FAprMax: 50°FAverage: 43°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 59°FAverage: 53°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 67°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 61°FAverage: 56°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 47°FMin: 43°FNovMax: 42°FAverage: 39°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 36°FAverage: 33°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Sandefjord vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sandefjord vary considerably across the year, with a 42°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 63°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 30°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 57mmFebPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 34mmMarPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 31mmAprPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 6mmMayPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 133mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 122mmSnow: 19mmDecPrecipitation: 106mmSnow: 36mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 22inFebPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 14inMarPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 12inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 7inDecPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 14in
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Snow (in)

Sandefjord is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,140 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 52 mm. That's 81 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 188cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 57cm.Sandefjord is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 2 in. That's 3.2 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 74in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 22in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Sandefjord is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Sandefjord is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°30°F
Feb0°32°F
Mar2°36°F
Apr6°43°F
May12°53°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug16°62°F
Sep14°56°F
Oct8°47°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec1°33°F

The best time to visit Sandefjord is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 93 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Sandefjord is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sandefjord based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sandefjord based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-3 °C27 °F
1 °C34 °F
15 km/h9 mph
99 mm3.9 in
57 cm22 in
Feb
-2 °C28 °F
2 °C36 °F
15 km/h9 mph
77 mm3 in
34 cm14 in
Mar
0 °C31 °F
5 °C41 °F
13 km/h8 mph
70 mm2.7 in
31 cm12 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
10 °C50 °F
12 km/h8 mph
52 mm2.1 in
6 cm2 in
May
8 °C46 °F
15 °C59 °F
12 km/h7 mph
60 mm2.4 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h7 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
20 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
19 °C67 °F
12 km/h8 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
16 °C61 °F
13 km/h8 mph
131 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C43 °F
11 °C51 °F
15 km/h9 mph
133 mm5.2 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
6 °C42 °F
15 km/h10 mph
122 mm4.8 in
19 cm7 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C36 °F
14 km/h9 mph
106 mm4.2 in
36 cm14 in